When it comes to parties and festivities, it's not just about your outfit that takes centerstage. It's your whole look. Like it or not, people will look at you and while we all say, "Do not judge a book by its cover," the truth is, it cannot be helped. People still look at your style for the occasion.

To help you shine this party season, here are a few things you need to take note of.

The Spotlight

In any party you will be attending, you have to make sure that you're decided on what the focal point of your party look is going to be. Maybe it's the outfit, maybe it's the accessories, or maybe it's the makeup. If you're going to put the spotlight on stunning pair of shoes, the go for the simple, understated outfit.

When it comes to your makeup, play up on the trends at the moment—whether it's the crazy glitter look or colored eyeshadow or something cleaner like the nude makeup.

Outfit on Point

For women, without a doubt, the outfit is one of the most, if not the most important aspect to consider for their party look. From dresses to co-ords to jumpsuits, trends like lace, sequins, and velvet add a touch of glamour to your overall look.

The Perfect Pair

Maybe it's not always thought of as a top priority, but shoes definitely play an important part to any party or event. If you can't comfortably walk in a pair of stilettos, forget about dancing the night away in them. With the range of choices in color, style, and accents in footwear, you're definitely spoilt for choice.

Best Face On

When it comes to makeup, you can "go big or go home," as the famous saying goes. Don't be afraid to experiment with the look you want to go for. Go crazy with glitter or keep it simple with a fresh face look with a little bit of highlight on your cheek bones.