PARTY SEASON IS ALMOST UPON US AND THAT MEANS AMPING UP YOUR KIDS’ WARDROBES WITH A FEW WELL-CHOSEN JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS FESTIVE PIECES

Have you noticed how your child’s social calendar is suddenly outshining yours? Must mean Christmas party season is nearly here. Whether you have a string of festive social events or a big winter wedding, there’s a new range of smart kids’ partywear to ensure your little ones will shine. For girls, there are classic tartan dresses, star-patterned sequin bomber jackets and sparkly jumpsuits we wish came in adult sizes. For boys, velvet blazers, checked shirts and mini bow-ties will ensure he’s the best dressed young gent at the party.

‘We created three themes for kids’ partywear this season,’ says Amy Fisher, Partner & Assistant Buyer, girlswear. ‘The first is perfect for a festive princess with warm copper tones and blush pink; the second story is all about a rainbow Christmas, with lots of fun, sparkly pieces for older girls. For the third story we have taken the traditional silver and navy, and combined it with lilac to give a fresh new feel.’

The fun thing about Christmas party season is that anything goes and it’s a good time for your kids to test out some of their own style ideas. And you don’t need to buy an entirely new outfit – the addition of a dapper blazer or some dancefloor-ready sparkly boots might be all they need to liven up an outfit they already have. For younger children our novelty festive outfits are a must and will almost certainly raise smiles. Happy times.