BEYOND THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS

The holidays around the corner and for many of us that means party season – from the office Christmas party to birthdays, family get-togethers and of course New Year celebrations. So now is a perfect opportunity to update your wardrobe with some stunning formal evening wear.

When we think of formal wear we tend to think of floor length evening gowns and tuxedos. But these days there’s a number of ways to make a great impression at a formal occasion.

Formal wear tends to be about looking classy and elegant. It’s often a good idea to wear darker colours such as deep blue’s or black. The little black dress is of course the classic glamorous party piece, and you can’t go wrong with an off the shoulder shawl collar dress or a beautiful frill georgette number. When it comes to formal partywear it’s usually best to go with a dress that falls below the knee or longer, but there are no hard and fast rules so don’t be afraid to experiment.

Another great way to make an impression is to add a splash of sparkle with a beaded or sequinned dress. An elegant black evening dress with a beaded starburst effect is a stunning example of this style, so take a look around. Vintage clothing is ever more popular this year. The Hollywood set has brought back the Givenchy jewelry and Yves Saint Laurent dresses and elegant handbag. Keeping it simple does not mean it has to be boring. Take a look at the photo above of a gorgeous NINA RICCA PARIS gold plate & crystal bow tie and earrings ensemble. Wouldn't this be phenoninal worn with a simple strapless dress for New Years?

Don’t forget you can also complement your formal wear with a chic jacket. This is especially useful at this time of year due to the variable weather. A velvet jacket will look beautiful worn over an evening dress, or if you want something heavier, a wide collared black coat is perfect for channelling your inner Audrey Hepburn while keeping the cold at bay!

The great thing about formal wear is that you can wear it to special occasions all year round. So choose wisely and you could have a stunning ensemble to wow your friends and colleagues for years to come.

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