I've been searching for perfect summertime cocktail dresses for various fabulous events coming up. I've noticed that my closet consists of over-the-top dramatic dresses that are a little too dressy for say a rooftop cocktail party so these simple yet glamourous dresses by Karen Millen strike the perfect balance between chic and decadent. For more information click here.
Just when you thought you had all your holiday shopping in the bag, you check your calendar and suddenly remember Christmas isn't the only important date that's about to sneak up on us all! New Year's Eve is yet another occasion that makes fashionistas hit the stores even more than usual, because even if you have a closetful of cocktail attire, the desire to go glitzy and glamorous seems to renderall the frocks you already have unsuitable. But good news -- there are plenty of party-friendly sheaths that won't have you drowning in debt (especially in the wake of splurging on Christmas gifts), whether your NYE plans call for a classy cocktail dress or a sexy Herve Leger-inspired number. And the best part? The winter season's sequin fetish will guarantee your dress won't be obsolete even after the 2010 ball drops! Check out the slideshow for my 10 favorite picks. Click Here To View Slideshow Via Stylehive.
Nordstrom has some of the best buyers. Case in point, this amazing Haute Hippie Tiered Silk Dress. Pair it with gold heels, hot pink lips and dangly earrings. You will surely be the showstopper. Get the dress here via Nordstrom. 
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I wasn't exactly charmed by TopShop when I first shopped there but I thought I'd give it another shot and I am glad I did. I was surrounded by sequins, body conscious dresses and big, bold statement jewelry. My favorite designer capsule collection from TopShop is Christopher Kane's amazing... amazing collection. It's simply stunning and offers a good does of embellishment. This specific mirror & eyelet embellished powermesh bodycon dress is a must-have from the collection and will carry you through the seasons. For more information click here.
While this scene is passé, getting there is definitely not as easy as it seems. With formal dances and events coming up as winter comes to a gradual end within a few months, having a formal dress or two in your closet definitely won’t hurt. Here are a few things to keep in mind when you pick out a dress for the season: What’s the theme? Not all formal dresses are as formal as others. Be sure to check to make sure if there’s a specific dress code or color that you must follow. Some formal events are best worn long. What is the look I’m going for? When picking out a dress, keep in mind that the moment you walk into the room, you are making an impression. Where is the venue? Simply by knowing where the event is taking place, you can also see how formal the event really is. 
I love the purple in this Notte by Marchesa strapless gown. The length of it and the fact that it would look great with gold accessories is seemingly perfect for a more formal event. Is it for work? For anything business or work-associated, I personally find it better to go with black. While black serves as something simple, with the perfect dress and right fit, it can also allow for a more professional-sided look. 
This Derek Lam dress is a one-shouldered dress with a bow. At the same time that it is professional and not heavily revealing, it also gives a feminine side to you with the tilted bow and doesn’t require very many accessories to match.
I love the detail in this MINT Jodi Arnold dress that is designed like a rose. The color of it would look great with some black tights – although not as formal as other dresses, this would definitely be a part y dress I would keep in my closet. Final notes? Know the occasion. By knowing where you are going and exactly what the event deals with, you can either be as bold, daring, colorful, or as white, chic, and simple as you want. While dress shopping, the possibilities are endless.
There's something about vintage clothing that gives you an aire of lush seduction. When you wiggle yourself into a vintage dress with a cinched waist and glamorous details you'll feel automatically transformed into a vintage sex kitten. The featured dresses are from one of my favorites from a boutique called Unique Vintage. I first read about Unique Vintage in GLAMOUR and thought I would scope out the scene and might I say I was very pleasantly surprised and everything surpassed my expectations. My all time favorite dress, "The Wiggle Dress," by Stop Staring is featured below. This dress puts a sexy twist on the LBD and has the most dive feminine touches. The most notable aspect of this fabulous dress is it's exquisite silhouette that will flatter all figures and enhance your curves. Visit Unique Vintage today and add some Retro Chic into your look and stand out from the crowd with something that's truly unique.
