The Ultimate Festive Partywear Guide
Rabanne and NET-A-PORTER’s exclusive capsule collection has landed – and to celebrate, we hosted a dazzling party. Take your cue from our guests with these perfect festive looks, from scintillating separates to dance-floor-ready dresses
Kicking off party season in style, NET-A-PORTER’s CEO Heather Kaminetsky and Rabanne’s creative director Julien Dossena hosted Le Club Rabanne – a glamorous cocktail party at The Scotch of St James in the heart of London’s Mayfair. The occasion? The launch of the brand’s exclusive partywear capsule. The disco beats played, the cocktails flowed and the sleek, high-glamour space perfectly reflected the collection’s futuristic-meets-retro mood. The dynamic crowd captured the energy of Miami’s golden age of nightlife – the inspiration behind designs “destined for the dance floor,” worn by a string of stylish guests. Here, we round up standout looks from the event, along with expert styling tips.
The embellished maxi dress
Few pieces combine impact with ease quite like a long-sleeved evening maxi dress. Choose something with polished embellishment and it requires little in the way of styling. Opulent velvet – such as Rabanne’s navy ruched design – delivers instant sophistication, with a sprinkling of festive spirit that feels fitting as the nights draw in. Follow Heather Kaminetsky’s lead and style yours with crystal chandelier earrings, also by Rabanne, then slip into classic black heeled pumps like Paris Texas’s slingback ‘Lidia’ design. Elsewhere in the collection, an eyelet-embellished style in classic black jersey features gleaming silver hardware that strikes the perfect after-dark note.
RABANNEAsymmetric ruched embellished velvet turtleneck dress$1,429.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
RABANNESilver-tone crystal earrings
RABANNEEyelet-embellished stretch-jersey turtleneck maxi dress
PARIS TEXASLidia satin slingback pumps$578.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41
After-dark denim
When it comes to evening style, sometimes less really is more. Model Jean Campbell elevates the classic ‘jeans and a nice top’ formula with Rabanne’s button-detail gathered jersey top. In vivid red and studded with silver snaps, its subtly shimmering texture makes it perfect for cocktails – especially when paired with the brand’s statement crystal earrings. Straight-leg jeans ground the look – something like Agolde’s ‘Kelly’ style is an excellent choice. Keep footwear simple with a classic pair of heeled pumps – we love Khaite’s effortlessly cool ‘Jett’ design.
RABANNEButton-detailed gathered jersey top
RABANNERose gold-tone crystal earrings
AGOLDEKelly mid-rise straight-leg organic jeans
KHAITEJett leather pumps$1,120.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock3838.5 - out of stock3939.540 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock
The mini dress and faux-fur coat
Some combinations endure for good reason – like a shimmering mini dress paired with an oversized teddy-style coat. Take your cues from actor Iris Law and model Eyes Rodgers with Rabanne’s chainmail mini dress. An iconic silhouette that first debuted at the Hôtel George V in 1966, it delivers vintage glamour with the playful allure of a thigh-grazing hemline. Layer it with the brand’s oversized embellished plush coat – a piece that adds elegance in spades while keeping out the winter chill as you saunter from car to club. More statement piece than finishing touch, Rabanne’s ‘1969 Nano’ bag brings a double hit of metallic sparkle. And if you’re in the mood to go all out, finish with a pair of metallic strappy sandals, such as Aquazzura’s gilded ‘Tease 50’ style.
RABANNEChainmail mini dress
RABANNE1969 Nano crystal-embellished chainmail shoulder bag
AQUAZZURALumiere crystal-embellished cutout PVC mules$1,074.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.538 - out of stock38.539 - out of stock39.540 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
RABANNEChainmail mini dress$2,797.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock4244 - out of stock
Twinkling metallics
Rabanne is a master of metallics – chainmail, oversized sequins and high-shine finishes are ingrained in the brand’s DNA, evoking disco-ball glamour and embodying the spirit of after-dark dressing. It’s no surprise that metallics define this exclusive party capsule: from all-over sequin dresses and slinky satin co-ords finished with crystal pins to gleaming hardware on ruched midi dresses, each piece delivers instant sparkle that feels undeniably festive. Under evening lights, these looks shimmer beautifully and require minimal styling for maximum impact. Whether you choose a sequined skirt like model Adriana Mora, a sleek chainmail midi as worn by House of Guinness’s Niamh McCormack, or an embellished silhouette like model and filmmaker Amalie Gassman’s gathered red design, let metallics take center stage this season.
RABANNEButton-detailed gathered jersey midi dress
RABANNE1969 Nano crystal-embellished chainmail shoulder bag
RABANNESequined crepe de chine maxi dress$3,245.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock3638 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
AQUAZZURATease 50 metallic leather sandals$630.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
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