Thursday, April 30, 2009

Summer Dresses - Evening Event

You know the drill: you've got an evening event coming up (wedding, charity, party, etc.) and you're tired of the same few dresses that rotate through your social life. Rather than whirl through every store in town, we suggest you take a deep breath and check out our top picks below.

We prefer clean lines, unfussy details, and versatile styles that are worth the investment because, as you can see in earlier posts, many of these evening dresses can be worn for daytime.


Three Dots black maxi $170



















Though it's jersey, the drape and sheen of this fabric look elegant. It pairs effortlessly with fine jewelry. Or go bold and funky with some Alexis Bittar pieces.

Alexis Bittar lucite jewelry $78 to $268









Fiumicelli red silk dress $299



















The slightly asymmetrical design, optional ribbon belt, and splash of color make this a fierce choice for an evening statement. For a soft touch of contrast, try it with blue calcite.

Becky Kelso calcite pendant $379











Geren Ford silk grommet dress $338



















The grommet detailing on this shift makes it an edgy option - and also makes jewelry a snap since understated bangles or earrings work best with the already shimmery front.


Fiumicelli printed silk dress $299



















This lively print pairs best with subtle jewelry, like a gold or silver Adina Reyter pendant necklace.

Adina Reyter silver circle $149
Adina Retyer gold circle $396













DieterBennett black strapless $640



















This designer is local to Chicago, but has a distinct European look, with it's crinkled cotton texture and streamlined silhouette. A dramatic dyed scarf or necklace adds glamor to the look.

Sete di Jaipur silk ombre scarf $89
Alexis Bittar lucite pendant $178









Fiumicelli silk racerback dress $310



















The tie on this is optional, but adds a sexy definition to the waist. And, because it's so perfect with solid color dresses, the Alexis pendant makes a repeat appearance here.

Alexis Bittar lucite pendant $178









Allude black jersey dress $219



















This is an easy long-term staple for any wardrobe. The color, beautiful drape, and versatile fabric make it a no-brainer. Take it from casual to evening by choosing finer jewelry, like these Danielle Welmond pieces.

Danielle Welmond green amethyst, 14K gold earrings $669
Danielle Welmond topaz pendant $448

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