Join the gold rush...

Last updated at 11:18am on 08.12.08

Gold and black make a perky party combination...

(Left) Halston clutch bag, Ł1,320; and (right) Fabrizio Giannone necklace, Ł190

Above left: A simple gold boxshaped clutch will go with everything. Halston bag, £1,320, at Selfridges (0800 123 400).

Right: An oversized necklace complements elegant bare shoulders. Fabrizio Giannone gold-plated necklace, £190, at Neville Hair & Beauty (020 7235 3654).

(Left) Ruffle appliquéd T-shirt from Whistles is simple but striking. Ł90 (www.whistles.co.uk); and Moschino gold party dress, Ł250 (020 7318 0500)

Above left: Miu Miu makes marvellous accessories. We are all after this gold embellished leather cuff that has just hit the shops. £200 (020 7409 0900).

Right: Gold and black is a good combination and these evening shoes from Reiss have a reasonable heel. Sally ankle-tie detail sandal, £159 (020 7473 9630).

EDITOR'S CHOICE

(Left) Style Director Gianluca Longo recommends an embroidered silk and cashmere scarf from John Rocha. 'This is how a warm winter scarf should look - wear it during the day, or it is smart enough for evening.' £295 (020 7495 2233).

Edited by Sophie Goodwin