A Masterclass In Modern Eveningwear
From playful party dresses to slick suiting, designers have embraced the return of dressing up this season – much to our delight. Discover your favorite pieces, plus some chic styling tips, here…
With the festive season right around the corner, now is the time to start planning your evening looks. Whether you have an intimate dinner with your nearest and dearest to look forward to, a long overdue reunion with friends and family from afar, or a night out with your colleagues, some of our favorite designers have conjured the most covetable eveningwear – from cool party dresses to pristine tailoring – just in time for the festivities.
If heading out-out is on the agenda, David Koma’s pretty, lilac mini dress and a pair of sparkly heels – this slip-on style by Giuseppe Zanotti will look divine – are the perfect pairing for dancing the night away. For Resort 2022, the London-based designer found himself envisioning “a place of liberation, glamour, and disco”. Hence the crystal-embellished flower appliqué that runs along the hemline, lending a lustrous finish to its figure-skimming silhouette.
Fans of directional shapes and high-octane glamour will love Rotate Birger Christensen’s black patent mini dress with its extravagantly puffed sleeves and daring cut-out back. Accentuate its ’80s undertones by styling it with a pair of tights – Saint Laurent’s semi-sheer polka dot style will add a luxe touch – and sleek pointed sandals. A pair of diamond-encrusted statement earrings are the perfect finishing touches to this luxe look.
“Of course, no eveningwear closet is complete without some precision tailoring
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Those seeking something classic need look no further than Victoria Beckham’s demure cream midi dress. Its flattering shape features a pleated skirt that adds a sense of movement and sophisticated cap sleeves. Meanwhile, the plunging keyhole neckline creates a subtle sultriness. Pair it with slouchy leather boots for a look that is both classic and cool. This season marks a new beginning for the British brand as it espouses its Victoria Beckham main line and VVB sister line, creating a singular aesthetic vision. What this means for us is the ultra-chic design ethos of Victoria Beckham, blended with the playful spirit of VVB.
Of course, no eveningwear closet is complete without some precision tailoring, and LA-based brand Anine Bing has delivered with its rock-and-roll-inflected suiting this season. The double-breasted, satin-trimmed crepe blazer is well worth the investment for its extensive versatility and refined silhouette. Buttoning at the side, it has an elegant, hourglass shape that looks beautiful layered over one of the brand’s silk-stain halternecks, and split-hem, slim-fit pants. For more low-key occasions, it will instantly elevate a pair of jeans and a T-shirt. Killer heels are the key component to each of these looks, and you can’t go wrong with a timeless pair of Manolo Blahniks.