Christmas party dressing tips for the over 60s Dressing up isn't just a young person's game; we've got tips and advice to help you look fabulous this party season Flat fronted slacks? Twinset and pearls? Puuuurlease! Nowadays, over 60 means anything but old hat with the likes of Dame Helen Mirren (68), Joanna Lumley (67) and Catherine Deneuve (70) stealing the show on many a red carpet. To ensure your own party dressing success this festive season you might want to visit our best tips: WATCH: Make-up tips for mature complexions Conceal and reveal Knowing which parts of your body to show and which to conceal is a good lesson to learn at any age. On maturer bodies upper arms are often one of the areas that need a bit of disguising so if yours are looking less than firm then take a cue from Helen Mirren and discretely conceal them in a sleeved cocktail dress. Dame Mirren is the queen of the frock-with-a-sleeve, off setting classic shapes with lace, embellishment and bold prints to vampy effect (who could forget her recent red Dolce and Gabbana moment). Diane Von Furstenberg and John Lewis have a great selection of elegant styles. If you already have your outfit but need some extra coverage then try a velvet blazer or sequin cardigan, L.K. Bennett and Jigsaw have suitably dressy offerings. But of course one rule does not apply to all, so if you happen to be the proud owner of pilates-honed biceps then show them off with pride. A pre-party slather of body moisturiser will keep skin looking smooth and radiant. Silk dress, £320, by DVF from Net-A-Porter.com, Metal necklace, £195 from Stella and Dot, Crystal kitten heels, £225, by L.K. Bennett, Beaded clutch, £150 by French Connection SEE: Grooming tips for mature bodies Honeyed hues Black is nearly every woman's fail safe evening choice but as your skin and hair tones change, it can start to look a bit severe. Softer colours are usually more flattering on mature skin tones and can bring added warmth to your complexion. Try swapping your LBD with party pieces in caramels, silvers and putty pinks. Ghost have a beautiful selection of gowns in barely-there hues, or try wearing a pastel cashmere jumper (Marks and Spencer and Uniqlo) atop a shimmery skirt in silver or gold. If dark is more your thing then go for navy and wine tones and brighten the look with metallic accessories. READ: Care tips for mature skin How short is too short? Getting older doesn't automatically mean that hemlines need to get longer; after all, it's not so rare to find a 60-something with better legs then a women half that age. When considering length, the key is to show enough leg to look and feel sexy whilst steering clear of any mutton associations. A just-below-the-knee length is a sure bet and flatters by flashing the slimmest part of the leg and covering knees. Choose a full or fluted style to stop it looking frumpy and for added drama try something embellished or printed. J.Crew and Phase Eight have a great selection. If you are in posession of great pins for it then go shorter by opting for a fit that skims - not clings. If you're worried about skin texture then a classic pair of semi-sheer black tights will give re-assuring coverage without spoiling the look. SEE: Stylish celebrities over 60 Fabulous footwear There is nothing like a fabulous pair of shoes to make you feel a million dollars but if your days of tottering in sky scraping stilettos are well behind you then there are many alternatives that pack just as much of a punch. The evening flat is the shoe of the moment and a perfect way to introduce sparkle into your outfit. Try Russell and Bromley and Clarks for dress slippers and embellished ballet pumps. If you are after a little lift then a kitten heel is your chicest option - L.K. Bennett have done the best on the high street with their bejewelled courts in gold, pink and black. Sequin skirt, £59, by Phase Eight, Draped shirt, £89, by Jigsaw, Wool beaded cardigan, £110, by L.K. Bennett, Metal earrings, £8, by Accessorize, Hair calf slippers, £295, by Russell and Bromley Display your assets The delicate skin around the décolletage is one of the hardest to keep looking youthful, but rather than covering up in high necklines try wearing a statement necklace which will help detract from any lines or wrinkles. Chunky jewellery is an effortless way to add some glamour and is an inexpensive outfit updater. Crystals and metallics will introduce warming light around the face so maximise on this with a matching pair of earrings. Coast and Stella and Dot have a dazzling array. Tailor made The likes of Joanna Lumley and Bianca Jagger have made a tailored trouser suit their signature red carpet look and with good reason. A single-breasted jacket streamlines the figure creating a strong shoulder line and skims over larger midriffs. If you have slender legs try a slim tailored trouser (Banana Republic always have a brilliant range of evening styles). For chunkier hips and thighs wide-legged trousers are the ticket in this season's luxe velvet. A beaded top or silk shirt will keep the effect feminine and can be mixed and matched for quick updates. Velvet blazer, £198, by Jigsaw, Jaquard trouser, 65, by Banana Rebublic, Sequin cardigan, £95, by LK Bennett, Glass pearl necklace, £100 by Stella and Dot, Velvet kitten heels, £49.99 by Clarks