Dresses to Wear to a Special Occasion

A special occasion demands that you dress up in your best garb and look chic and fashionable. A dress is your best option to wear to a special occasion, like your friend's wedding reception or a cocktail party. But not just any dress will do for such an event. You need a dress that is classy and elegant and at the same time fashionable and trendy. An A-line cotton dress with a boring pattern is not going to work for a party. You need a dress that makes you look polished and glamorous. Make sure that the dress you choose suits your body shape and structure. If you wear a dress that you feel uncomfortable in, it is not going to work, even if the dress is of the latest fashion. Once you have chosen a dress, pay close attention to the jewelry and accessories that you are going to pair the dress with. Quite often, women choose a great outfit only to ruin it with mismatched jewelry and wrong choice in shoes and handbag. Also decide on the hairstyle and makeup beforehand to look great at the party.

Designs and Styles of Special Occasion Dresses

Sequin Dress
Nothing evokes the spirit of a party, then a sequin dress. But the fact still remains that a sequin dress when not selected well and accessorized smartly can look over the top. This season, select a sequin dress that is mid-thigh length in full body sequins that are of a duller hue. Dull gold, silver and copper works best. Sequin dresses are glamorous by themselves and you need to make sure that you do not over accessorize it. A pair of nude colored platform pumps and an envelope clutch are the only accessories that you need.

Maxi Dress
Maxi dresses has got the reputation as being bohemian wear and many women consider them unsuitable to wear to a party or an event. But a maxi dress with the right design, silhouette and pattern can look absolutely stunning. Choose a maxi dress in a luxurious material like chiffon or organza with a solid pattern in hues like navy, burgundy, tangerine and teal blue. The silhouette should be well-tailored and the hemlines should fall below the ankle. A strapless maxi dress paired with gladiator sandals and a single bejeweled cuff looks the best. A maxi dress is also one of the best dress to wear to a wedding, particularly a beach wedding.

White Lace Dress
If you have a party to attend this summer, there is no better dress than the white lace dress. Lace is romantic and soft and when it comes in a color palette of whites it looks absolutely divine. A white lace dress which is mid-thigh length with a short ruffled sleeve is one of the best designs in party dresses. Look your best this season by pairing a white lace dress with a jewel colored floral scarf and red peep toes. A long gold chain with an interesting pendant will complete the look.

One Shouldered Dress
A short one shouldered dress with an asymmetrical hemline in fabrics like chiffon, organza and georgette is great for a party. You can even try a raw silk patterned one shouldered dress in soft tones like dusky pink, lavender, apple green, champagne and rose-pink. This colors look excellent against a summer tan and is great for a casual party. Pair such romantic dresses with suede pumps and chandelier earrings.

Bandage Dress
Bandage dress, also known as body con dress, is the hottest dress to wear to a party. It is a form-fitting dress that is made up by sewing narrow pieces of fabric. A bandage dress in darker shades like black, chocolate, rust, burgundy and deep wine are just right for a party. The best accessories for such a dress is a layered chain necklace, stacked bangles and high-heeled booties.

You need to understand which dress flatters your body shape and is also trendy. The right choice in designs, cuts and silhouettes in dresses can help you create a splash in the party.