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rapplatt asked:I have to go to a cocktail party, and therefore I have to buy a cocktail dress….
I’ve never bought or worn anything like that before in my life, and am not even complete sure what a cocktail dress is :/
What are some tips for buying and wearing these? please help :)
Cocktail dresses are traditionally thought of as semi-formal, trendy, stylish above-the-knee dresses. To better illustrate what I mean, I’ve included a few dresses from one of my favorite spots to find sexy, well-priced cocktail dresses: Lulus.com.
A couple things to remember when looking for a cocktail dress:
- Black is always a classic color choice.
- Think about the shoes. Will you be on your feet a lot? Make sure you have comfortable, stylish shoes to wear with the dress.
- If you can’t sit in the dress without showing off your goodies, you need a longer dress. Or you won’t be able to sit the whole night. Your call.
- The more detailed the dress, the less jewelry you need.
- There’s nothing worse than carrying around a big handbag at a cocktail party. If you can’t check your bag/coat, take a clutch with a wrist strap so you can have both hands free.
- Use the One-Or-The-Other Rule. If you’re showing a lot of leg, don’t show a lot of boob. If you’re showing a lot of boob, make sure your hemline reaches to mid-thigh or longer.
Dresses from left: “Comeback Baby” Dress, $26; “First Impressions” One Shoulder Dress, $46; “Cutest Smile” Taupe Dress, $38
Do you have any rules for cocktail dresses?
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