How to style slip dresses, the coolest dress trend of the season

The Nineties slip dress is back and it's not just for Christmas, although it is the cool girl's festive robe of choice, FYI.

Styled with cashmere and velvet, a slip dress is the ultimate evening option but with a wool blazer and knee boots – inspired by Celine – it works for chic daytime attire too.

Here's how to wear the hottest styles on the high street, according to our Fashion Director.

The Day Slip

Toughen up a champagne midi slip dress (it must be midi for day to avoid looking too dressy) with leather knee high boots and an oversized grey wool blazer. City chic at its best.

honeysuckle dress

£210.00 at

salt and pepper blazer

£525.00 at

slouchy leather boots

£223.00 at

crossbody bag

£199.00 at

The Wedding Guest Slip

A slinky slip is the perfect option for a wedding, whatever the season. Doen's soft sage is the ultimate. Wear it with an oversized faux fur in the winter (cream cashmere cardigan if it's summer), and pair with silver footwear and rhinestone earrings.

bow detailed dress

£671.00 at

faux fur jacket

£550.00 at

silver boots

£259.99 at

rhinestone earrings

£12.99 at

The Cocktail Slip

A black lace slip dress is a party icon, and no discerning wardrobe should be without one. Style yours with a rich black velvet blazer and sparkly accessories.

slip dress

£300.00 at

velvet blazer

£89.00 at

mules

£12.99 at

sequin grab bag

£25.00 at

The Fashion Slip

You can count on M&S to have a perfectly en pointe slip that wont bust the budget. Keep tones neutral when styling sequins. A charcoal grey cashmere cardigan is the perfect partner; just add an oxblood satin evening bag for extra style points.

sequin slip dress

£59.00 at

cashmere cardigan

£500.00 at

silver mules

£380.00 at

evening pouch

£1640.00 at

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