Michelle Keegan's 'touch of cosy' £35 high street skirt can be worn for work or Christmas parties

With Christmas fast approaching, it has been claimed that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could be spending the festive period in the UK, rather than at their home in California. It was reported that the couple and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, could make the journey across the pond after they received offers to stay with not only the Royal Family, but with close family friends too.

With its bright lights, cheery music and messages of goodwill, Christmas is meant to feel like the happiest time of the year. But for some it’s also a time of financial hardship and worry, with even more strain on already stretched purse strings. And this year, the nation’s households are going to be a staggering £3 billion worse off compared with the 2022 festive season.

Amidst the sequins and satins you expect to see at this time of year, there’s another fabric that reigns supreme when it comes to Christmas party outfits – velvet. From little black dresses to clutch bags and scrunchies, there’s nothing that a little bit of velvet can’t do, and it’s the perfect texture for looking luxurious and chic at your upcoming festive ‘do.

Mariah Carey is officially on tour for her Merry Christmas One And All! shows and the first show looks like it was a hit!

Fans have been left saying the exact same thing as Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright showed off their home Christmas makeover. The couple will be celebrating their second festive season in their mega mansion, but the first with it officially complete.

Fans have compared Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan's home to the house in the popular Christmas film Home Alone. The happy couple have unveiled their Christmas decorations on Instagram, sharing a post to the page dedicated to their home, and the transformation its gone through since being purchased.The lavish property has been covered in festive lights for the Christmas period, and although they're yet to reveal the interior, it's clear they've spared no expense with a huge tree being visible through the open door.

Since welcoming her first child in May last year, Jess Wright has had a tough introduction to motherhood. But with the worst finally behind her, she’s now got her sights on expanding her family and giving son Presley a little brother or sister.The former TOWIE star, who’s married to businessman William Lee-Kemp, has been candid about her postnatal mental health struggles, heartbreakingly revealing that she felt like she didn’t want to be here at times. Little Presley suffered from painful reflux and tummy issues, which Jess and her husband thought might be the result of a possible dairy allergy.

Liz Taylor has made a name for herself as a renowned events planner, with celebrity clients ranging from Take That stars and Coronation Street cast members, to even being trusted to plan Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright's wedding. But, prior to running her successful events business, Taylor Lynn Corporation, the mum-of-two from Didsbury started out with just £200 in the bank.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Arndale - with the centre unveiling its decorations for this year’s festivities. The shopping centre has a new display this year, called ‘The Flight Before Christmas’.

When NBC News broadcasts the third Republican debate from Miami on Wednesday, it will be a slimmed-down field.

Party season is fast approaching, and there’s been a flurry of new fashion collections launched by celebs to help you get yourself glammed up and ready for all the festive fun. From Olivia Bowen’s glitzy edit with Quiz to Michelle Keegan’s chic Very collection, it’s the perfect time to start getting your party wardrobe ready, and Vicky Pattison’s latest collection with Style Cheat takes festive glam to the next level, with Christmas sparkles, feather trims and the perfect little black dress to get you in the party mood.

Former TOWIE star Jess Wright, 38, has shared that her home makeover will be 'very different' from her brother Mark's lavish £3.5 million mansion in Essex. Jess and her husband William Lee-Kemp are currently renovating their house, just weeks after Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan completed their own grand home transformation.

Michelle Keegan's 'perfect and cosy' winter coat is flying off the shelves.The Brassic actress, 36, recently launched her new collection with online retailer Very, which includes loads of stylish items. Her smart jacket, priced at £75, is being snapped up quickly at very.co.uk and has received high praise from fashion lovers. It's still available in sizes 12, 14 and 16 - but you'll need to be quick.

Michelle Keegan has recently unveiled her latest collection for Very, tailored for the chillier seasons and if you are keen on autumnal dresses, you are in for a treat.The actress, 36, is famous for her impeccable style and this collection is a testament to her vision for the colder season, with oversized blazers, sweetheart necklines and this Grey Knitted Cut Out Midi Dress which is already a hit among shoppers.This ribbed grey one-piece, £50 here, comes with a form-fitting silhouette that flares towards the bottom and for the quality, it looks much more luxe than the price portrays. The fabric is super soft and the small decorative buttons elevate the look making this dress a no-brainer purchase.The Michelle Keegan collection is selling pretty fast, but you can still snatch this dress up in a variety of sizes (from UK8 to UK18) on the Very website. Autumn's fashion spotlight is currently shining brightly on knitted dresses, offering a seamless transition from office hours to a night out, and this knitted midi dress is super versatile as you can pair it with both a pair of black stiletto boots for a night out and white trainers for those laid-back, city-roaming days.

For the last five years, Billie Faiers has been working with George at ASDA to create affordable childrenswear ranges that have been a major hit with shoppers, and now she’s finally released a womenswear line just in time for autumn. Her new collection is full of timeless, cosy styles that make the perfect addition to your autumn/winter wardrobe, with prices that start from just £14 making it affordable and accessible to everyone.

As the end of the year draws near there are any number of festive events to prepare for, and with that comes multiple outfits to plan. Whether you’re doing casual after-work drinks or an all-out black tie event you’ll no doubt be trying to find the perfect thing to wear, and Michelle Keegan’s latest collection with online retailer Very has everything you could need.

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan have shown off the lavish final touches of their sprawling Essex mansion which was completed earlier this year.The former TOWIE star, 36, and Our Girl actress, also 36, started building their "dream home" after they bought it for £1.3 million in 2019, and in August this year finally celebrated as they completed their £3.5m Essex pad.To mark the occasion the pair threw a lavish festival-themed party in their garden which boasts a large swimming pool and an enormous patio area. The couple made sure to keep their followers updated throughout the process of renovating their huge pad on their @wrightyhome Instagram account. And on Wednesday provided another update as they added the "finishing touches" to their stylish abode.

Mark Wright will see in the start of the festive period in Scotland after falling in love with the country.

What's better than fresh bedding? New fresh bedding that screams cosy winter vibes from the Style Sisters dreamy collection. Leading celebrity stylists and experts Gemma Lilly and Charlotte Reddington make up the Style Sisters, and if you don't already know, they have an impressive eye for style and a passion for stunning interiors. Helping to transform homes, some of their celebrity clients include the likes of Rita Ora, Michelle Keegan, Amanda Holden, Rochelle Humes and more.

James 'Arg' Argent has labelled himself the "ultimate celeb wedding singer" and revealed what star-studded weddings he's been asked to perform at.The former TOWIE star, 35 is currently starring on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins which he described as "brutal" and said, "It is just as bad, if not worse as it looks". Since filming Arg has had a hectic summer as a full-time wedding singer and also performed at Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan's epic festival-themed house party having finally completed their stunning mansion.