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The Perfect Party Dress for the Holidays

So many parties, so little to wear.

Whether you are hosting a holiday party or RSVP’ing, our holiday fashion guide will have everyone saying “Oo lah lah” the minute you walk into the room.

We found luxe looks that are simple, sophisticated, daring, sweet and elegant. Whatever your fashion sense, you will look fabulous in one of our finds.

One of the seasons most popular must haves, the one shoulder dress that comes in both short and long lengths, will have you feeling very feminine. They come in a variety of colors from sophisticated black to daring prints.

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The ever-popular beaded dress is a holiday favorite this year. We like the soft, light-weight fabric of the stretch satin dress featured here.

For casual parties, we found some colorful dresses we think you will love.

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Strapless is a timeless classic. It is always in style. Add a wrap to keep warm.

Whatever you wear, we hope you have as much fun at your party as we had searching for the perfect party dress just for you.

You will look exquisite in this black Julian Joyce stretch satin dress with metallic lace and crystal embellishment. Retail $722.  Add Alice and Olivia black satin pumps to complete the look. Shoes feature bow accents at the top of the heel. Retail $207.

This Nicole Miller satin dress is figure flattering and features ruching at waist and hips. Dress is shown in the color Hibiscus. Retail $430.

Pink Magnolia

This black strapless Crystal Dress by Lilly Pulitzer is sweet with beading and stones at the waist. Toile accents add an element of fun. Retail $298. Black Opening Night clutch features gold lace detail. Retail $88.

This one shoulder Naomi Dress by Lilly Pulitzer is sophisticated and elegant in pink and gold metallic print. Retail $328. Add this Lilly Pulitzer gold metallic wool wrap. Retail $128

Look lovely in this Azalea Pink knit fitted dress with white inset detail by Lilly Pulitzer. Retail $198 Dress is shown with a tropical print wrap. Retail $128.

For a night out to dinner or an office party, wear this green printed sweater dress by Lilly Pulitzer. Dress is accessorized with gold bow belt, gold metallic wedges and gold clutch. Belt retails for $48. Wedges retail for $228. Clutch retails for $128.

Gold strappy heels worn by model are by Lilly Pulitzer. All gold, pearl and stone accented jewelry line worn by model is available at Pink Magnolia. 

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