Party the Parisian way – introducing Chloé’s exclusive new capsule
Fashion powerhouse Chloé has created an incredible new capsule collection, which is being pre-launched exclusively at Net-A-Porter, complete with knock-out dresses, sumptuous accessories and statement shoes that will *spoiler alert* actually allow you to dance the night away
French style is full of contrasts. Renowned, and revered, for being timely yet timeless, sexy yet insouciant, and elegant yet effortless, it’s no wonder women all over the world are keen to inject their own closets with the same sense of je ne sais quoi. Thankfully, legendary Parisian label Chloé has been distilling this ineffable quality, and encapsulating it in ever-more-beautiful collections, since launching in 1952.
A red-carpet favorite, beloved by the likes of Julianne Moore, Gwyneth Paltrow and Zendaya, Chloé has certainly mastered the art of occasionwear. The brand’s diverse fan base is further proof that creative director Natacha Ramsay-Levi knows what women want from their clothes – which is not just to look great, but to feel fabulous. Meaning there’s no better time than party season to put a Gallic spin on your style.
When it comes to sartorial investments, you can’t get much better than a Chloé dress. Chloé’s unique brand of modern bohemia is its signature, and diaphanous dresses have become its calling card. Universally flattering, whether you opt for sultry French lace with floor-sweeping hems or a floral mini cut from head-turning silk lamé, these pieces ooze sophistication, while the ’70s-inspired shapes ensure you can move freely. After all, what’s the point of a party dress you can’t dance in?
The same is true, of course, of the perfect party shoe. Don’t fall into the oh-so-tempting trap of slipping on a pair of vertiginous heels that will force you to spend the entire evening rooted to one spot. Nothing detracts from a great ensemble quite like a look of discomfort. True to form, Chloé has created dancefloor-ready shoes that will ensure you can keep going from dusk til dawn. Imbue your outfit with glamour by opting for jewel-encrusted, mock-croc stilettos – the perfect accompaniment to a minidress, rather than cutting you off in an awkward place, their thin ankle strap has a leg-lengthening effect. Or, if this season’s western trend is more to your taste, the revamped Susanna boot – complete with crystal embellishments – is the perfect way to put a subversive twist on traditional party dressing. Plus, like all good purchases, they also promise to work with everything in your existing closet.
“Each piece in this highly covetable collection has been designed to eliven your after-dark look and make your evening that much more enjoyable
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When it comes to after-dark accessorising, Chloé’s Aby chain bag, with its signature padlock, is the ultimate plus-one. Holiday season is a time for extravagance, so be sure to opt for decadent black velvet or a mood-enhacing metallic hue, both of which are sumptuous but also surprisingly practical. Wear it slung casually over your shoulder to ensure an effortless evening look that will make juggling your cocktail infinitely easier. Ultimately, though, a chain bag is nothing without the hardware – and the bag's signature padlock also served as the inspiration for Chloé’s exclusive party jewels – and now is the time to go for gold. Gilded embellishments come alive at night, casting their glow around candlelit gatherings.
As ever, Chloé has found the sweet spot between fantasy fashion and the demands of real life. Each piece in this highly covetable collection has been designed to enliven your after-dark look and make your evening that much more enjoyable, ensuring you look and feel like your very best self. Armed with the secrets of French-girl style and fail-safe party dressing, you can arrange dinners, lock in drinks and RSVP to innumerable parties with a renewed sense of excitement.