Making Merry

You know the festive season is upon us when bright, bold colours appear more and more frequently — or maybe it’s just because we’ve been particularly attuned to picking out upbeat, party-friendly outfits this week. Whether it’s full-out glamour in the form of a flared, emerald-green sateen skirt and embellished top; or a structured, minimal but polished romper in a vivid shade of scarlet that easily transitions from night to day; or an easy lemon-yellow shift dress accented by hints of gold and green, these ladies give us a variety of fashion-forward options for bringing in the seasonal cheer — and with nary a little black dress in sight.