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It's Monday morning at work and you've just received a party invitation![]()
The party dress or outfit is, in the average woman's mind, the secret weapon of the evening's festivities. It can boost your confidence to immeasurable levels and become The Dress for future events, or it can drive you crazy all night with a loose strap or finicky zipper and end up in the back of your closet, never to be seen again. Frankly, the party outfit is kind of a big deal.
Depending on the type of party, there are a lot of options available to you. You generally want to have some basics: an LBD, some dress-up![]()
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There a couple trends you'll see dominating the stores. Layered, multifaceted fabrics like tulle, chiffon, and organza are big right now, as well as Parisian-inspired shapes and textures. Several lines have chosen to create designs based on their shopper's favorite celebrity fashionistas. "Gossip Girl," a dramatic TV series chock-full of fashion opportunities, has spawned plenty of lookalikes on the runway. Who said you can't be like Leighton Meester![]()
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You've decided that tonight you're going to unleash your inner party girl at the hottest club in town. This calls for the sexiest outfit out there, one that's comfortable yet eye-catching
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A solid color tube is the classic clubbing frock. What's great about this is that its simplicity, in color and shape, lets you show off your curves and allows you to accessorize as much as you want. You'll feel comfortable dancing as wildly as you please, yet you'll still feel like you're flaunting all that you can! |
Ruffle Trim Belted Bandeau Mini Dress This is your standard tube, but with a little more "oomph." The flouncing ruffle will give you an attractive neckline while the accompanying belt will draw attention to you hourglass silhouette. |
If you're looking for more, opt for this number, which comes in seven patterns all of different colors, textures and assorted belts. This is off-the shoulder and single-sleeved, so your will have more character. |
If you haven't taken note yet, cut-out clothing was huge this Spring/Summer 2010 and it's not ready to disappear. Try this out and see how trendy you'll feel. Pair it with some black tights and loud shoes, maybe some silver pumps, and diamond-like jewelry! |
If you want to switch it up a little and prefer wearing two pieces, think about these following options: hot shorts paired with a bustier or a stunning, mini skirt![]()
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Of course, shoes and accessories are the other equally important half of the equation. Have fun here — accessories don't always have to follow the rules. Below you'll find some classic suggestions to complement your party attire.
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Bags When it comes to bags and parties, this is always problematic. You know you'll want to get on that dance floor without some huge purse clunking against you, yet where are you going to put all that back-up make-up (lipstick, concealer), money, and girl stuff? That's why we're grateful for clutches |
Evening Wraps No matter how hot it gets inside that house party or club, you do not want to come outside and freeze to death, only to catch a cold — especially now that all approaches. If you don't want to wear something as heavy or large as a jacket, blazer, or coat, consider a shawl Also consider wearing a slip |
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Outfit Options
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Footwear
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Jewelry Fun, colorful, delicate, or chunky bracelets |
Bags
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