Bridal showers, brunches, ladies’ lunches, charity events… this is what you want to wear when the dress code calls for a cocktail frock, minus the overt sex appeal.
Marigold silk chiffon is beautifully sunshiny, and full of warm weather playfulness.
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This off-white cotton lace dress has an old world romantic vibe, but doesn’t feel the least bit dowdy.
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For an evening event, black is always appropriate. The plunging neckline on this dress is amazingly well-balanced by a ladylike silhouette and pretty lace construction.
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This may look like your average pretty little silk crepe day dress from the front, but a sleek diamond-shaped back cutout creates surprising edginess.
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Red lace with a spare white lining makes for a bold statement, and some nice built-in air conditioning. This is perfect for a daytime garden soiree.
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