The Office Christmas Party Approaches: Don’t Panic! 0
Let’s face it, not everyone has been lucky enough this year to escape the ubiquitous work or office Christmas party this year. For some of us, the economic downturn has not been vicious enough, and we’ll have to go through with it. But in a way, the office Christmas party is a thing unique and existing completely outside other social events, it has a life and spirit of its own, and needn’t be entirely suffered. In its own cringe-worthy way, it’s a time to celebrate the year’s common hard work.
What to wear this year: There seems to be a proliferation this winter of floral print dresses, as well as long-sleeved and detail dresses. The look is one of dark colours offset by printed designs, and bunching or cowl fronts are making an appearance. Cooler than the look is dainty, we’re seeing a return of vertigo-striped black and white numbers, one shoulder dresses and gauzy hem dresses.
What to remember: The words ‘I didn’t see anything.’ Take shelter from the chattering of who-will-kiss-who and the speculating on boozy Christmas snogs with a policy of unseeing. If you maintain neutral, the gossips will soon get bored of you and gravitate to a more scandalous party guest, leaving you free to enjoy yourself. You’ll be thanked for your tight-lipped approached on Monday with shy nods from the guilty parties anyhow.
What else?: Put on your best quality make-up, your favourite and most elegant, and take a few supplies if needed. If you’re trapped with a boor, you can always find your way to the ladies’ on the pretext of powdering your nose. If things are going well, you needn’t spend half the night in front of the mirror missing the boss’s unintentional Ricky Gervais dance tribute.
What to bring: Good, imaginative Secret Santa presents. As most offices tend to have a limit on the price, you’re not likely to have to worry about putting yourself into poverty. The main thing to concentrate on is thoughtfulness: something relevant to the recipient’s tastes that shows you’ve been listening. No matter how cheap, the sentiment will be appreciated. Jot down ideas in advance, to give yourself a hand.
What to participate in: Everything, no matter how gaudy or pained, contrived and slightly embarrassing. The office Christmas party is exactly that, and you might as well enter into the spirit of things and show some good will. Wear the silly hat; stick the post-it note to your forehead and play the guessing game. Accept that you’re not exactly in any hurry to impress the people from accounts, or the IT support staff.
Whether it’s a dinner and a bar affair, or a venue complete with four-bar disco lights and terrible DJ, Matalan have a gorgeous range of perfect for your winter work celebrations to make sure you look your best.
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