We're officially on the brink of silly season, so of course our minds are on parties and the outfits to go with. 

We've done some digging and picked out our favourite on trend dresses that you can buy now and wear as soon as you get that festive invite. 

1. This metallic dress at Vera Moda 

This super simple silver dress is a Christmas cracker. Stick it on with heels, a leather jacket and choker and you're ready to go. €29.33 at ASOS. 

2. This velvet floral dress 

Winter florals are one of our favourite trends this season, €63 at Miss Guided.

3. Topshop's zigzag dress 

This has a Great Gatsby vibe, which we love. €68 at Topshop. 

4. This frilly dress from Boohoo

The colour is gorg, and it's a really flattering shape. €24 at Boohoo.com.

5. This Finery puffy sleeved dress 

Finery is one of our fave go-tos. This dress will set you back €65.

6. This pearl embellished dress at ASOS

This one is a little more expensive than your average, but for a special occasion this Christmas it's well worth the investment. €133.33 at ASOS. 

7. This red jacket dress from Miss Guided 

This has NYE written all over is. €98 at Miss Guided. 

8. This high neck lace dress

€56 at OPSH, this is a classic. 

9. New Look's patterned dress 

This is a little bold, but beautiful. €29.99 at New Look.

10. This blue number from ZARA

A little silk goes a long way. €39.95 at ZARA.

11. This H&M velvet dress 

Velvet is huge this winter and H&M nail the trend with this burgundy dress, €49.99. 

12. Warehouse' sequinned dress 

What would Christmas be without a little sparkle? €64 at Warehouse. 

13. This disco dress from & Other Stories 

You can order this online before the store opens on Grafton Street. €95 at & Other Stories. 

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