What marks the start of the Christmas festivities for you? Is it opening the first door of an advent calendar, the first listen of Wham’s Last Christmas on the radio or the first delicious taste of a mince pie or mulled wine?

The festive season is here! To get you party-ready, we’ve pulled our top jewellery essentials to glow-up any outfit. Whether it’s understated occasion wear for the office do, all-out glamour for a cocktail soiree or daytime drinks with friends, here are our top jewellery picks to help you sparkle at any event.

The Statement Earring

If you’re taking inspiration from the catwalk - seventies boho, trending leopard prints and sheer fabrics - or keeping it classic with a little black dress, a statement earring can complement any party frock.

A perfect pick for the Christmas season is the Star Chandelier Earrings. They’re fun and dramatic and available in eye-catching colours, such as teal blue, orange and cerise, green glitter and iridescent as well as these pretty pink glitter and iridescent.

For something a little more edgy, we love these angular Arrowhead Earrings which would pair well with a tuxedo dress and slicked-back hair. The iridescent and white frost colourway keeps it simple but will catch the light and turn heads.

Our Art Deco Chandeliers have also had a little frosting. The larger Art Deco Chandeliers and the Petite Art Deco Chandeliers exude simple sophistication in the white frost colour - perfect for a quick transformation from work to evening wear.

Barely There Glam

For more casual get-togethers, dress up your wardrobe with layers of barely-there jewellery. Keep it fine and delicate with thin gold chains, dainty rings and minimalist bracelets.  Build a layered look a piece at a time and, if in doubt, take one piece away to make sure you nail the ‘I just threw this together’ effect. 

Perfect for a White Christmas-vibe are the Snow Kisses - sterling silver and sparkling cubic zirconia stud earrings in a cute ski design. Silver is the metallic colour of the moment and ideal for an ice-cool touch of sophistication. Pair with the Snow Kiss Pendant Necklace in matching silver or go for mixed metals with gold vermeil and cubic zirconia.

For a more subtle touch, dress your digits with the Punctuation Stacker Ring in sterling silver or gold vermeil. Choose from an exclamation mark, ampersand or full stop, or combine them all to make a statement.

Low-key, daytime celebrations are all about understated elegance. Why not pair a cosy, luxury knit with a fine chain, like our Laura Chain Necklace for a polished look? For effortless chic, add a Pearl Onyx Bolt Bracelet or Choker to a sharp shirt or tee and blazer.

Timeless Classics

Channel style icons like Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly with an elegant cocktail frock paired with classic pearls and a perfect pout in red lipstick. 

We love the modern take on this look with the Pearl Pendant Necklace - a glass pearl on a brass gold chain, the epitome of chic. Wear this with the Pearl Drop Hoop Earrings or the freshwater Pearl Drops on a paperclip chain.

Contrast a daring, plunging neckline with the demure Diana Pearl Choker for style icon status at your party.

Seasonal Inspiration

Forget the Christmas jumper and nod to the season with accessories in festive hues instead. 

Style classic sequins and velvets with jewel-like, Quality-Street tones of plums, pinks and greens. The elegant drop Daphne Earrings come in a deep emerald and pearl with a gorgeous marble swirl effect. 

New to our collection (and already a Toolally team favourite) are the best-selling Art Deco Chandeliers in the new colourway of abalone and plum, available in both the classic size and a petite chandelier earring. Our Star Chandeliers also come in a rose mirror and plum option - perfect with berry red lips and a matching manicure.

Looking for a little Christmas romance? Wear your heart on your sleeve (or ears) with these Heart Drop Earrings in green or the daring Hearts in Flowers Earrings in sienna red.

Bold Touch 

The Christmas festivities are the perfect time for opulence: normal rules don’t apply. Clash colours and mix your metals. Load your fingers with polished gemstones and contrast with a chunky chain around your neck or wrist - or both. Our pick is the edgy (and versatile) gunmetal silver, chunky chain which can be worn in five different ways to add a little spice to any outfit.

The Fail-safe Hoop

From sleek to embellished, from oversized to cute - hoops are a fail-safe option for when you don't know what to wear, and are an easy go-to for any last-minute festive get-together.

Our Petite Crescent Hoop Earrings in black are bold and striking. The Large Double Hoop Earrings are lightweight but big on impact. Our new Art Deco Hearts Hoops are beautiful. When it comes to hoops, we have something to make sure you make an entrance whatever the dress code.

If you’re looking for more inspiration to accessorise your Christmas party outfit, you can check out our full collection here.