Presenting Exclusive Evening Looks And Exquisite Fine Jewels
The festive season’s lineup of events signals a return to glamour – find the perfect look in our roundup of evening pieces and dazzling accessories
Maximum impact
Whether it’s a black-tie event or winter wedding, when it comes to high-octane glamour, a full-length silhouette is the answer. Galvan is an excellent place to start: founded ‘by women, for women’, the London-based brand brings a refreshing modernity to eveningwear, without ever compromising on impact. The ‘Rosie’ dress is crafted in midnight-blue velvet and part of an exclusive capsule created for NET-A-PORTER. Next up, Victoria Beckham’s floor-sweeping long-sleeved creation is another NET-A-PORTER exclusive. Crafted in high-shine purple jersey with a dramatic open back, it conjures all the best parts of ’80s power dressing.
The new LBD
The little black dress is a stalwart of party season – find a good one and you’ll reach for it year after year. Happily, this season’s iterations don’t disappoint – look to Australian-founded brands reimagining eveningwear for a contemporary audience. Alex Perry is an A-list favorite, adept at remixing classic references into covetable designs, such as the velvet mini or the ‘Callan’ strapless column midi dress, both part of the brand’s exclusive NET-A-PORTER capsule. Alternatively, head to Aje, where luxurious fabrics and statement silhouettes spell effortless cool. The brand’s ‘Energy’ mini dress elevates the classic A-line cut with sculptural ruffles.
Modern metallics
Gleaming metallics are on the style radar for FW23 and strike an instantly festive note. Elegance and sophistication are in Tom Ford’s DNA, forever fusing contemporary design with timeless appeal. Case in point: the brand’s gold column dress, cut with a turtleneck and shoulder pads. Pair it with the house’s ‘Moon’ earrings and ‘Solar’ cuffs for a look that spells modern glamour. If silver is more your style, take center stage in Self-Portrait’s shimmering sequin midi dress – the kick-flare hem and mirror finish deliver the ultimate party look.
The power suit
Since YSL’s Le Smoking was released in 1966, sleek pant suits for evening have only grown in appeal, with a boom in popularity in recent years. Alongside classic cool, the mix-and-match styling opportunities of the power suit are sartorial gold. Head to Blazé Milano – the Italian-founded brand is an editor’s favorite and its recognizable piped, curved pockets a front-row staple. The brand has remixed its cult ‘Everynight’ blazer in black velvet with silk lapels, exclusively for NET-A-PORTER. Pair it with the ‘Banker’ pants in classic black satin for instant evening elegance.
Add sparkle
The icing on every party look? Beautiful jewels. A line up of skilled designers combine exemplary gem selection with modern design credentials. Brazilian-born Fernando Jorge’s eponymous collection has cult appeal – the ‘Stream’ open ring and loop earrings are a striking example. Marlo Laz is based in New York, and crafts each colorful piece from its Manhattan studio – the ‘Alexandra’ ring and earrings feature tanzanites and diamonds. While House Of Meraki fuses Italian craftsmanship with Jaipur’s best gems to create dazzling designs that will steal the spotlight at your next event – the ‘Kia’ ring, ‘Aura’ bracelet and ‘Rania’ hoops are made from 18-karat yellow gold with emeralds and diamonds.
Timeless accessories
The perfect finish to every look is versatile accessories – choose well and shoes and bags will work with multiple outfits in your arsenal. This season, ballet flats are an excellent investment; not only are they eminently comfortable, but a pair like Aeyde’s in chic velvet will segue neatly from day to evening. And Tom Ford’s designs are always dependable; the brand’s ‘Angelina’ sandals and ‘Whitney’ clutch bag arrive in croc-effect leather – the perfect duo for event looks now, they’ll elevate daytime separates come the new year.
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