We tested M&S's sell-out party dress

Plus: Non-alcoholic drinks to buy this Christmas

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View in browser Tuesday December 5 2023   Lifestyle       As Christmas approaches, schedules up and down Britain are becoming increasingly clogged up with get-togethers, dinner parties and drink-ups of every description. Though there is of course plenty of fun to be had at this time of year, the frantic festive timetable can leave even the most stylish among us weeping into our mulled wine. Enter the Marks and Spencer minidress, a £49.50 marvel described variously by social media fans as a ‘classic LBD’ and ‘something you might see in Vogue’. Elsewhere, we consider the very best of this year's booze-free tipples to ensure a hangover-free festive season. Have a lovely afternoon, James, Lifestyle team     The verdict on M&S’s sell-out £49.50 festive dress The most popular party dress of the season is back in stock online. But does it live up to the hype? Get the look     One whole year. Just £39. Stay expertly informed and advised as the future unfolds. Unlock unlimited access to telegraph.co.uk with a Digital Subscription, plus the latest news updates and the daily digital newspaper in our app. subscribe now     The best non-alcoholic drinks to stock up on this Christmas Booze free drinks are tasting better than ever – here's how to have all the festive fun without the hangover tell me more     Dear Richard Madeley: ‘I feel guilty because I like one of my sons better than the other’ The eldest comes to me for a cuddle and the younger just plays on his own. the full story     The best supermarket ready-to-roast potatoes to save you time at Christmas While I’m all for a bit of light compromise in the spirit of Christmas calm, the roasties still need to be fantastic The low-down     I sold my house to board a three-year cruise, which then got cancelled Keri Witman was looking forward to a £146,000 trip of a lifetime, before her plans came crashing down read on     Would someone you know enjoy this newsletter? Click the button below to invite a friend to sign up to The Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter send invitation     Other newsletters you may like... Your Royal Appointment Exclusive analysis and content on the Royal family. Sign up Travel Destination guides, advice and latest news. Sign up Cookbook A feast of ideas from our recipe site. Sign up     Get in touch Are you enjoying the Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter? Please email us your thoughts and feedback at editorialnewsletters@telegraph.co.uk. If you require technical support for Telegraph newsletters, please contact newslettersupport@telegraph.co.uk or visit our newsletters help page. For assistance with your subscription, please visit our help page. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here.     Sponsored The spontaneous way to experience London this winter   We have sent you this email because you have either asked us to or because we think it will interest you.   Unsubscribe  |  Update your preferences   For any other questions, please visit our help page here.   Any offers included in this email come with their own Terms and Conditions, which you can see by clicking on the offer link. We may withdraw offers without notice.   Telegraph Media Group Limited or its group companies - 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0DT. Registered in England under No 451593.