Consider this: if the cosy, quirky, endearingly ‘ugly’ Christmas jumper’s the signature outfit for colder climes, then what’s the official uniform of a chic Australian women celebrating the holiday in glorious summer?

Would it be a flowing white cotton Thurley dress topped with a Lack of Colour hat, an easy look for seafood and champagne lunches in the ocean breeze?

Perhaps a fun floral Zimmerman shorts set, a sizzling sequinned Rixo mini, or graphic print Zara worn over a bikini? Maybe the quintessential Camilla kaftan embellished with Swarovski crystals is a regular go-to for some.

We’re inclined to say all of the above are perfect over the holiday period. Better still, in the spirit of the traditional snow-sprinkled Christmas we see on overseas cards, there’s no better season for glittering jewellery to feature heavily in your outfits and shower of gifts, too.

Swarovski magnetic necklace with mixed plating, $199. SHOP NOW

Botanicals are a huge trend in jewellery right now, as are gold-toned metals, so these four pieces picked for Day 1 of our Brilliance in Bloom – 12 Days of Christmas shoot created in partnership with Swarovski are right on the money in the fashion stakes for 2019.

Self-gifting? (And if that’s a yes, we applaud you because, well, we would.) Layer all on together if you really want to shine, or alternate across the holiday season for a touch of magic each day.

‘Tis the season to extra, Australian summer-style.

Photgrapher: Phillip Le Masurier. Creative director: Dane Stojanovic

From Left, accompanied by Australian native Red Waratah:
Swarovski mayflower pierced earrings, white and rose gold plating, $199. SHOP NOW
Swarovski magnetic necklace, multicoloured, mixed plating, $349. SHOP NOW
Swarovski mayfly necklace, white and rose gold plating, $249. SHOP NOW
Swarovski angelic hoop pierced earrings, white and rose gold plating. $129. SHOP NOW

Produced in association with Swarovski.