Strictly Come Dancing is back on the telly and we've never been more ready to spend our Saturday evenings watching Pete Wicks attempt the tango. Welcome to Closer's ultimate guide to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's outfits on the 2024 series.
With a corker of a celebrity line-up, including JLS' JB Gill, Love Island legend Tasha Ghouri and actor Sarah Hadland - as well as all the usual lols, shimmying and heartwarming VTs to contend with - we are cancelling all upcoming plans with immediate effect.
The true stars from the hit BBC1 show are, of course, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman - who sprinkle ample pizazz and warmth into every live show. They always dress to impress and we are always left wondering where their glitzy party outfits are from. Kudos to their amazing stylists, Laury Smith and Sinead McKeefry respectively.
Well, wonder no more! We've found exactly where you can shop the pair's iconic looks online. As the stylish twosome love a designer choice (who can blame them), we've also found cheaper alternatives from the high street.
Shop: Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman outfits
So get ready for thirteen weeks of stunning outfits (and a little bit of dancing, too). Let's look at the best outfits worn by Tess and Claud in recent weeks, below.
Week Twelve: Tess
It's the semi-final which means Strictly is nearly over *sob*. Both Tess and Claudia have brought some sparkle to mark the occasion with Tess wearing a Nadine Merabi Kyra Black Dress, £345. For the last results show of the series *double sob*, Tess is wearing a Lavish Alice Tia Crystal Embellished Classic Cape Blazer, £103.60, with matching Ellisa Crystal Embellished Fit And Flare Trousers, £82.60.
Exact
www.nadinemerabi.com
This statement velvet midi dress with its gold-tone sequins is going to make sure you shimmer walking into the Christmas party.
Dupe
www.marksandspencer.com
For £200 less, this dupe has the same sequin effect and soft velvet that'll make you feel a million dollars.
Exact
lavishalice.com
Get the EXACT look by pairing this beautiful embellished blazer with the Ellisa Crystal Embellished Fit and Flare Trouser, £82.60, and Dina Crystal Embellished Bandeau, £61.60.
Week Twelve: Claudia
Claudia loves a pantsuit, and this week she's wearing the Zadig & Voltaire Velvet Valse Blazer, £820, with matching Prevy Velvet Trousers, £580. For the results show, she's wearing Reiss Hailey Silk Shirt, £198, with black leggings and Saint Laurent boots.
Exact
zadig-et-voltaire.com
Continuing the gold sequin theme, Clauds is wearing this gorgeous sequin velvet blazer with matching Prevy Velvet Trousers, £580.
Dupe
www.debenhams.com
Channel that same glitz and glamour with this Yumi velvet sparkle blazer, paired with the Yumi Black Velvet Sparkle Wide Leg Trousers, £46.75.
Exact
www.reiss.com
Available in a range of colours, this silk shirt will feel luxuriously soft on the skin with oversized cuffs which feel very Claudia. For a more affordable option (without the statement cuffs) we'd recommend the Uniqlo Satin Blouse, £29.90.
Week Eleven: Tess
If we weren't already in the musical spirit with Wicked releasing in cinemas the week before, we are now. It's Musicals Week (and the quarter-finals), and Tess wore a Roland Mouret Scarf-Detailed Asymmetric Crepe Jumpsuit, £696, only available in limited sizes. For the results show, she's wearing a Nadine Merabi pairing; the Davina Black Trousers, £141 with the Davina Black Corset Top, £108.
Exact
www.luisaviaroma.com
Tess has proven there are two ways to wear this gorgeous jumpsuit - with the scarf detail across the neck a la the model or left hanging from the shoulder like Tess.
Dupe
clubllondon.com
This jumpsuit from Club L London looks uncannily similar and is under £30 in the sales(!)
Exact
www.nadinemerabi.com
This embellished trim corset top is on sale for £80 less than RRP, though there are sadly limited sizes left.
Exact
www.nadinemerabi.com
Pairing together so beautifully with the corset top, it looks like a jumpsuit. The Davina Black Trousers are currently on sale for £100 less than RRP.
Dupe
www.shopcider.com
The best alternative we could find, and thankfully with a few more sizes available.
Week Eleven: Claudia
As Claudia mentioned on Instagram, this look feels like it's only missing a top hat. While we adore the Ronny Kobo Maxwell Mesh-Paneled Sequined Cady Mini Dress, £173, it's the shoes that steal the show. Claudia is wearing Manolo Blahnik Hangisi 105mm Satin Pumps (a cool £1,000), but we've found some fab dupes. For the results show, she's wearing the Maje Tweed 2-in-1 Short Dress, £429, with Gianvito Rossi Jenny Shearling-Trimmed Patent Leather Pumps, £637.
Dupe
www.stories.com
Claudia's dress is pretty unique and sadly only has limited stock online, but you can easily recreate the look by pairing a cropped blazer and sequin skirt. We think this cropped blazer from & Other Stories makes for a great dupe.
Dupe
www.apricotonline.co.uk
Pair that with a black sequin skirt, and that's outfit complete. This skirt from Apricot fits the bill and will become the go-to for all your party season events, whether you're pairing it with a blouse or a Christmas jumper.
Dupe
www.aliexpress.com
A great alternative if you don't have £1k spare, these shoes have it all - the satin finish and the embellished red buckle. Currently 50% off.
Dupe
www.debenhams.com
A little different with the strap back and silver embellished buckle, but just as dazzling in our opinion.
Exact
www.selfridges.com
This 2-in-1 effect short dress means that, like Claudia, you can reverse the top to have the button-up slit at the front.
Dupe
www.newlook.com
A bit like the Ronny Kobo, it's hard to find a 2-in-1 dress without getting two separate pieces. However, this dress from New Look has the metallic boucle and the faint illusion of being 2-in-1 with the buttons down to the waist.
Week Ten: Tess
After a trip to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom last week, the couples are back in the Strictly Ballroom but this time, battling it out in the comp's first-ever samba-thon. To mark the occasion, Tess is wearing this gorgeous NISSA Double-Breasted Velvet Blazer, £560, paired with NISSA Flared Velvet Trousers, £299. For the results show, she's wearing Nadine Merabi Charlotte Black Trousers, £235, and a metallic gold halter neck top that looks suspiciously like The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel Loulou Bodysuit, £121.
Exact
www.farfetch.com
Tess has paired this fuchsia pink velvet blazer with the matching flared velvet trousers, £299 - in our opinion, this would make the perfect Christmas party outfit.
Dupe
www.jigsaw-online.com
This was the best alternative we could find. The Ashby is a slightly more relaxed fit but shares a beautiful jewel-toned velvet fabric with a kick flare hem on the matching Mason Velvet Trouser, £120.
Dupe
www.newlook.com
Plisse is having a bit of a moment so we couldn't resist including this bargain find from New Look, available in sizes 6-22.
Exact
www.nadinemerabi.com
With a flattering slim fit, you can pick these trousers up in sizes XS-XXL, and four colourways in total.
Dupe
www.na-kd.com
Or for about £200 less, try these trousers from NA-KD which have the same flared leg and front seam detailing.
Week Ten: Claudia
Meanwhile, Claudia is having a classic all-black moment with a Massimo Dutti blouse, paired with The Kooples Black Flare Trousers, £265 with a subtle geometric jacquard print and white ruffle details. For the results show, Claud is wearing a Sandro Short Satin-Effect Beaded Dress, £379.
Exact
www.thekooples.com
It's all about the details with these trousers - heritage bottoms, ruffle details and jacquard triangles. All in all, a hard one to replicate.
Dupe
www.very.co.uk
But we've tried with this pair from Very. It shares the white details and buttons, but we've switched the jacquard for a boucle design instead.
Exact
www.selfridges.com
A vision in white, we adore this dress with the beaded detailing, pleat skirt and drop waist.
Dupe
www.karenmillen.com
Just as classy, this dress from Karen Millen is a short-sleeved take on the above with the addition of a belted waistband instead of beading.
Week Nine: Tess
It's back to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom and to mark the occasion, both Tess and Claudia have pulled out the stops with a bit of glitz and glam. On Saturday, Tess wore this dazzling Self Portrait Red Rhinestone Crepe Maxi Dress, £750, and for the results show wore the alice + olivia Cataline Jumpsuit, £805.
Exact
www.mytheresa.com
This gorgeous dress is one of a kind with the cutout detail, high neck, and embellishment throughout.
Dupe
www.karenmillen.com
That being said, minus the cutouts, this Karen Millen dress makes a great alternative at over £600 cheaper.
Exact
www.farfetch.com
Be a walking disco ball for party season with this sequin halterneck from alice + olivia.
Dupe
www.jdwilliams.co.uk
Another fantastic dupe, this jumpsuit is just as glitzy with the addition of a keyhole detail.
Week Nine: Claudia
Claudia stole the show on Saturday, channelling a glitter ball IRL with this TALLER MARMO Mrs Ross Disco Fringed Sequined Tulle Kaftan (sadly sold out and very expensive). That being said, we reckon we could easily recreate Claud's results show look, where she's paired a leopard print blouse from fashion boutique Mac and Miller with Spanx Seamless Leggings, £74.
Exact (alternative)
www.mytheresa.com
Claudia's TALLER MARMO kaftan may be out of stock but you can buy this option from the brand instead.
Dupe
www.neverfullydressed.com
OK, this isn't a kaftan but it's got the oversized feel and plenty of sparkle. Plus, there are a few colours to choose from.
Dupe
www.marksandspencer.com
Available in sizes 6-24, this shirt from M&S has a similar design to that worn by Claudia with a slightly big fit and classic leopard print.
Exact
A favourite of Claud's, we saw her wearing these a few times on The Traitors too.
Dupe
www2.hm.com
Comfy, stretchy and seamless, these make for a fab dupe for SPANX.
Week Eight: Tess
It's week eight and Tess is wearing this gorgeous sequin croc-print Michael Costello x REVOLVE Rumi Gown, £268, paired with beautiful silver accessories. For the results show, Tess wore a stunning red SOLACE London Bysha Maxi Dress, £532, in honour of Remembrance Sunday.
Exact
Tess sported stunning teal again with this crocodile effect embellished number.
Dupe
www.johnlewis.com
Tess' dress is so unique that it's hard to find an exact replica, but this dress from Sosanda has that touch of sparkle, a leg split and the single-shoulder element.
Exact
www.revolve.com
In a gorgeous ruby red, but also available in other colours.
Dupe
www.asos.com
Get the same look for almost £470 less.
Week Eight: Claudia
Claud is wearing a Pre-Loved Victoria Beckham dress from Amazon's Luxury Stores where you too can shop new and pre-loved designer gowns. She's gone for gold with her accessories, including a necklace from TILLY SVEAAS. For the results show, Claudia is wearing an H&M Draped Blouse, £19.99, paired with a skirt from The Frankie Shop and Saint Laurent Black Platform Boots.
Dupe
www.asos.com
This dress could pass as Claud's with the flattering wrap waist, satin finish and long sleeves.
Exact
www2.hm.com
This is an absolute bargain at £19.99, though it's low in stock so we'd recommend H&M's Pleat-Detail Satin Blouse, £18.99 as a back-up.
Dupe
www2.hm.com
Complete the ensemble with a flared mini skirt similar to Claudia's - also from H&M and a bargain in the sale.
Dupe
www.nastygal.co.uk
As much as we love the boots from Saint Laurent, these boots from Nasty Gal appear almost identical with the platform heels and buckle detail.
Week Seven: Tess
Bringing plenty of wow factor, Tess looked sensational during icons weeks wearing a very fancy Zhivago teal velvet blazer set. With only the trousers still available for £495, we've also found some affordable dupes below. On Sunday night's show, Tess wore a matching pink co-ord from Zara.
Exact
houseofzhivago.com
Tess' exact trousers are a work of art.
Dupe
www.debenhams.com
For a serious statement suit, we are living for this luxe-looking blazer which looks way more expensive than it really is.
Exact
www.zara.com
For the result's show, Tess opted for this gorgeous high-street co-ord. Shop the matching trousers, £29.99 here.
Week Seven: Claudia
It's icons week and the ultimate icon is, of course, Claudia Winkleman and her floor-skimming sequin gown from Self-Portrait, £595, which is exactly what we would wear if we were on prime-time telly. It's a ten from us. On Sunday night's show, Claudia wowed in the Nadine Merabi Simone Black Dress, £375 which is made from a boucle style fabric and features a pearl trimmed neckline and pockets.
Exact
www.self-portrait.com
This bejewelled maxi dress is quite simply a work of art.
Dupe
www.debenhams.com
For a brilliant lookalike, we love this sparkly high-street gown.
Dupe
www.ohpolly.com
We also love the body-sculpting sequin midi dress that would make a fabulous Christmas party ensemble.
Exact
www.nadinemerabi.com
Claudia wore this stunning Nadine Merabi frock during Sunday night's show.
Week Six: Tess
It's fright night in the ballroom but there's nothing scary about Tess and Claud's gorgeous outfits. Dressed in black for a spooky gothic edge, Tess is wearing the Karen Millen Compact Stretch Viscose Crystal Embellished Cape Maxi Dress, £383.20 for the Saturday show and Nue Studio Dakota Dress, £287 for the results show.
Exact
www.karenmillen.com
This absolutely stunning number was made for those formal events you have lined up this season. And if you'd like one in every colour (yes please), there's a red and ivory version available, too.
Dupe
lavishalice.com
Or for a third of the price, you can try this option on for size.
Exact
The exact dress Tess is wearing is currently on sale in limited sizes from REVOLVE, or you can shop direct from Nue Studio.
Dupe
www2.hm.com
Get the look for less than £30 with a crocodile-patterned option instead.
Week Six: Claudia
While we're not sure on the origins of Claudia's beautiful tiered lace skirt, we've picked out some dupes so you can easily recreate (just like Carlos Gu did in the live show). For the results show, Clauds wore the ME+EM Silk Broderie Trim Blouse + Tie, £295. Just grab your trusty blazer for either outfit and you're good to go.
Dupe
www.asos.com
With tiers and lace detailing, this skirt from Miss Selfridge ticks all the boxes.
Dupe
www.newlook.com
Or for a slightly more form-fitting option, try this lace number from New Look, available in sizes 6-22.
Exact
www.meandem.com
We're obsessed with the details; the pretty broderie, dainty black tie and sumptuously soft silk fabric.
Dupe
www.hawesandcurtis.co.uk
As an alternative, we love this shirt from Hawes & Curtis that shares the frill details and black bow. We think this is so Claudia-coded, we could definitely see her wearing something similar on The Traitors.
Aimee Jakes is Closer’s trending content editor. As well as writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she’s forever chatting to celebs about their fancy beauty routines. Follow her on Instagram here.
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