Duster earrings from £5, M&S designer necklaces and OTT rings – how to wow guests from the waist up

This is my favorite time of year and I love nothing more than a big Christmas meal: turkey with all the trimmings, crackers, telling silly jokes, all the while surrounded by loved ones at the family table.

Second is maximizing my holiday fashion options by letting my strategic accessories be the talk of the table.

From spectacular earrings to designer bags, this is the perfect time to go OTT and let yourself be the shining Christmas star, whatever the occasion.

I love Karen Millen’s jeweled clutch (£59), perfect for elegant evening invites during Twixmas. Or for a versatile option in this season’s hottest hue, burgundy, there’s the Dune luxury clutch (£95), which also comes with an optional chain strap.

And if you fancy a bit of gold-edged glamor then this gold clutch (£20) is from Primark’s collaboration with Rita Ora, as are the jewel-encrusted earrings, which are a bargain at £5.

Or if you’ve had your eye on Prada’s crystal-embellished bucket bag but don’t want to shell out £2,400, why not opt ​​for this version from John Lewis (£45) that looks just as good?

Marks & Spencer has the most stunning range of jewelery. The delicate petal-shaped earrings (£16.50) are a fabulous take on a sold-out Zara pair worn by the Princess of Wales last year. After a touch of color? M&S’s beaded drop earrings in a cheerful seasonal red (£16.50) are simply gorgeous.

Or if you want Rabanne’s fun, futuristic look, M&S’s chain link necklace (£20) will do just that. Asos has upped the look with an oversized knotted chain bracelet, dazzling with crystals, and a bargain at just £10.