Nothing says Christmas party season like sequins. Whether it’s a splash of detail on a clutch or full-on shine on a pair of leggings it certainly helps you stand out from the crowd.

No longer the preserve of the ballroom queen or cruise ship crooner, the most glittering of fabrics is high up on the must-have agenda this season – from the top of your head to the tips of your toes.

These sparkling mini discs are the perfect recession-buster, packed with frivolity they bring instant glamour to any festive gathering, whether you want to sparkle at the office shindig or shimmer at a family dinner.

From full-on prom dresses, jackets and bustiers to statement  accessories, sequins are swiftly becoming a party-goers favourite this Christmas. Go full on with bold colours and patterns or opt for classic black for instant elegant. Main picture, black and silver sequin dress £160, Untold at House of Fraser

1: Party style your hair with this fascinator from Accessorize, £24.

2: Great value bib necklace from Internacionale, Bullring, for £8.99.

3: Black cropped jacket from River Island, £69.99.

4: A sexy cover-up, this shrug costs £14.99 from TK Maxx (please note, style vary from store to store).

5: Cause a stir on the dance floor with this striking navy and light blue dress from Miss Selfridge, £75.

6: Be the belle of the ball in this sequinned prom dress, £75 from the Red Herring collection at Debenhams.

7: Sparkly tunic from Evans, priced at £49.50.

8: We’re loving this shocking pink hard-cased clutch from French Connection, £35.

10: The perfect party shoes … pink courts, £19.50, from Marks & Spencer.