Millions of Brits avoid Christmas parties because they can’t afford to splash out on new outfits, research shows

Millions are avoiding festive get-togethers this year because they’re too stressed about what to wear – with many concerned about ‘splashing’ out on a new outfit due to the cost of living crisis.

A study of 2,000 adults, who go to Christmas-related social occasions, found 27 per cent have bailed on an event after struggling to decide on an outfit.

While 23 per cent claimed they didn’t have anything suitable...