Ok, so this weekend was brutal cold. Let me tell you, vodka was my saving grace. But you know what? Can’t keep the good ones down, and that’s why I give you this essential guide to clubbing when the mercury drops.

First thing you want to do is dress for your rare wintery adventure. Perfect excuse to break out that very expensive jacket that’s been languishing in the back of your cupboard. Ladies, it’s time to break out the boots – black, tan , cutting edge, cute – bring it on. If you really want to do justice to the icy cold — wintery white is eternally beautiful. Gents, dark jeans and dark shirts are a surefire winner. Can someone say temperature down, sex appeal up?

Next up, the all important pre-drinks gathering. So many options! Check out these delicacies:

Mulled cider – from the babe Nigella comes this delectable recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/nigella-lawson/mulled-cider-recipe.html

Flaming absinthe – get the ritual right to play with the green fairy: http://www.absintheoriginals.com/absinthe_ritual.html

Irish coffee – speaking of green, St Pat’s Day might be just a sparkle on the horizon, but this tasty treat will surely get you in the mood for a jig: http://www.jamieoliver.com/news-and-features/features/irish-coffee-recipe/#XvTDdU5AImrZ04tH.97

Mulled wine – um hello — Christmas in July!! http://adelineandlumiere.com/2012/08/07/best-ever-spiced-mulled-wine/

Dancing cures winter depression – fact. Geisha hosts the best local and international house and techno djs – fact. So follow my advice, after pre-drinks got you feeling toasty, take your squad to Geisha. Why sit at home and moan about the weather when you can go get cosy with the finest cuts of music, biggest laughs and nicest crew in all of Perth!