Dress to Impress
Think ultra classy with maximum impact. A perfect choice is Camilla and Marc's colourful Spirit top and Stealing Beauty skirt. This fashion-forward look is made for hosting hip dinner parties, attending art gallery openings and basically any high-glam events.
Cocktail/After 5
When it comes to semi-formal or cocktail attire, my motto is keep it chic and simple. Dress length is always shorter here. Black Halo's tailored dress ticks all the boxes. Just add some to-die-for statement accessories and it's time to get the party started.
Dressy Resort
Maxi dresses rule here but always with a glam edge. For the wild at heart, Carlson's leopard print Harper's dress is a great bohemian choice.
Creative Cocktail
Keeping it dressy, it's now time to think outside the square. Stolen Girlfriends Club's Gather ball dress brings a bit of rock 'n' roll style into the mix. Add a leather jacket and some killer accessories and you're ready to hit the town.
Festive
Festive attire means you can add an element of fun. A shimmery fabric, razzle-dazzle sequins or, in this case, fabulous fringing, will do the trick. Liam's flapper-esque Vaudeville dress fits this brief perfectly.
Creative black-tie
Break away from the traditional ball gown and try a tailored pants ensemble instead. Staple + Cloth's Folio top and Sidney pant is a look that personifies effortless and understated chic.
With party dress codes explained, it's time to embrace the party season confidently. If in doubt, always remember "never be afraid to sparkle a little brighter, darling" and, as Coco Chanel said, as long as you always keep it "classy and fabulous", you can do no wrong.
Get the look
Spirit Top $430 and Stealing Beauty Skirt $840
All from Camilla and Marc
Black Halo Yoomi Dress $569
From Glamour Boutique
Carlson Harper's Dress $329
Stolen Girlfriends Club Gather Ball Dress in Navy $599
Vaudeville Dress $399
Caesura Heels $299
All from Liam
Folio Top $169.00 and Sidney Pant $279
Both from Staple + Cloth
TK store Berlin dress $572
The Line up: event wear must-haves
Ninewest Sari sandals $219.90
A fab metallic shoe is an absolute necessity. I love Ninewest's caged Sari sandal.
MAC 36 Lashes $26
Long lashes instantly dial up the drama. MAC's lashes will give you Hollywood starlet-worthy lashes.
Nars velvet matte lip pencil in Mysterious Red $42
From Mecca Cosmetica
A bold lip always adds a touch of glamour. Get the perfect pout with Nars velvet matte lip pencil.
Louis Vuitton Essential V cuff $1620
Louis Vuitton's Essential V gold cuff is a beautiful investment piece that is at the top of my wish list.
Stockists
• tk.net.nz
• camillaandmarc.com
• glamourboutique.co.nz
• tanyacarlson-shop.co.nz
• stolengirlfriendsclub.com
• Liam from Ruby
• rubynz.co.nz
• stapleandcloth.co.nz
• ninewest.com.au
• Nars from Mecca Cosmetica
• louisvuitton.com
• maccosmetics.com
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