’Tis the season for show-stopping evening wear. But that can mean different things to different women. Are you all about long and elegant? Or is the LBD more your cup of tea? Check out some of the ways you can wow ’em and still look like yourself.
Bold and Wow and Red all Over
Long and lean describes this formal look by La Petite Robe di Chiara Boni. For the right body, it can kick your black-tie look up several notches.
‘Eden’ peplum mermaid gown, $995, and Oscar de la Renta resin rosette earrings, $325; both from Neiman Marcus
The LBD+
A beaded collar and hem add just that little bit of festive to a simple slinky weave dress.
Rachel Zoe pearl and crystal embellished dress, $495 from Lusso
It’s All About That Bag, ’Bout that Bag
Why not keep your dress simple and your accessories anything but? Liza B’s ‘Eve’ handbag is made-to-order out of snakeskin with a snakehead closure, the perfect accessory for a classic black outfit.
Handbag, price upon request from ej4lizab.com, Akris embellished halter tunic, $1,790, from Neiman Marcus
Two Easy Pieces
A satiny chinoiserie-print skirt looks great with a puff-sleeve top. It will take you from the office party to the party circuit in style.
La Petite Robe di Chiara Boni ‘Rosetta’ top, $395, Black Halo floral jacquard skirt, $345, Christian Louboutin ‘Pigalle Follies’ patent leather pumps, $695, and Jose & Maria Barrera drop earrings, $240; all from Neiman Marcus
Singin’ the Blues
Royal is the ‘other holiday color.’ Festive and regal, it says ‘celebrate,’ but more subtly.
Sara Campbell bow-collar dress, $340 from Mister Guy Women’s, Jose & Maria Barrera gold drop earrings, $240 from Neiman Marcus,
shoes, model’s own
Biker Chic
Tweed and leather, a perfect pairing for the right girl.
Wai Ming ‘Helene’ dress, $324 from Ivy Hill Boutique, Maison Scotch leather biker jacket, $549 from Crescent Coast
Photos: Suzy Gorman
Hair and Makeup: Carmen Currie
Style Coordination: Emily McGehee
Model: Carmen Currie
