At this time of year, Blog Reader, I start to get excited about the party season. Yep, with my birthday in November* then Christmas it’s time to think (hmm, dream?) of dresses for cocktails with the girls, longer gowns for dinners out and the right styles to comfortably dance the night away in.
I bought this BCBG Max Azria dress in New York City during one of their super sales. I think BCBG is a great brand to turn to for cocktail dresses and evening gowns; I like the search functions of the website (type, length, colour) and the price bands are often reasonable for special occasion wear.
Some of my favourites from the current collection, clockwise from left: Claudine Straples Evening Gown; Raya Pleated Lace Cocktail Dress; Nagdalina Side Peat Printed Dress; Carine Asymmetric Draped Evening Gown; Mercedes Cocktail Dress.
Purple is an unusual colour choice for me. Symbolic of royalty and opulence (the shade here is a royal purple hue) this dress is a grand choice for a night out – I’ve mentioned before I am a sucker for splits but the cut-out back detail is also interesting and unusual.
I’m even accessorizing here, Blog Reader! A little sparkle over the holiday season feels essential.
I’m busy putting together some other dress / gown suggestions for the party season so if you’ve seen any killer styles leave me a comment below, as I might include it in the feature. Have a great weekend!
Wearing: Dress, BCBG Max Azria; Clutch, Debenhams. Gold bracelet, IN PINK. Heels, Zara Basic Sandal.
Photos by Lydia Hudgens.
*Hint, hint.
