Holiday Dress Round-up: Party Like it's 2009

by Maura

With holiday party season quickly approaching, it is the perfect excuse to buy a new dress. Your dollar can go a long way if you know where to find good bargains or you can invest a little more in a piece that will last you for a few years. 

From L to R: (top) Satin Halter Dress from Arden B. ($68), Spirited Away Dress from Anthropologie ($128), and Chain Halter Dress from Forever 21 ($27.80), (middle) Black Shimmy Sequin V-Neck Dress from Ruche ($35.99), Strapless Party Dress from Victoria's Secret (Sale $85) and Grand Cru Dress from Anthropologie ($138) (bottom) Velvet Sheath Dress from Forever 21 ($29.80), Longest Night Dress from Anthropologie ($168) and Evergreen Garland Dress from ModCloth ($62.99).

Some of the mini dresses you will find in stores like ModCloth and Forever 21 may be a little short for some more sophisticated soirees. To make them more event- (or age-) appropriate, pair them with a pair of slacks. This Lace Accent Jacquard Dress is $24.80 and the Woven Trouser Pant is $19.80. And you will get a lot of wear out of the pants as separates!

Also keep an eye out for sales that can keep prices down. Ann Taylor and Ann Taylor Loft are offering 30% off until Sunday, November 22 when you enter the code FRIENDS at checkout. There is also free shipping on orders of $100 or more. I love these holiday looks from AT here, here and here as well as these dresses from ATL here, here and here. 

So break out your egg nog a little early and do some holiday shopping for yourself. Before you know it, there will be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting... and you get the idea.

Comments

[heidi]

Love the look of pairing with pants. But I must voice a pet peeve of mine. Why does holiday wear always have minimal coverage in the chest/shoulder region??? I live in the north. It's cold this time of year. WTH fashion people? Have you ever heard of SLEEVES? (this rant is not directed at Style Lush)

[Maura]

Ooh, good comment, Heidi! I live in the North East and I'm always cold. I usually wear a pashmina and suffer, but I will scour the internet and see what else is available.

Any other Style Lush readers have suggestions?

-Maura

[La Petite Chic]

I haven't been to Forever 21 in ages, but I will have to go and find that mini dress. The one benefit of being tiny is that I can pull off the mini dress without my bum hanging out!