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There are plenty of different styles of dress that are in fashion this winter. The good news is that lady like glamour is right on trend so you should have no problem finding glamorous evening dresses and party dresses for the festive season. But there are also plenty of choices of day dress which are perfect for smarter work wear or casual, just add some tights for a little extra warmth in the cold winter weather. You can choose to go minimalist in a plain coloured dress or glamorous in a patterned dress. Animal prints, abstract patterns and dark florals are all great choices for a winter dress. Â Â Here are 5 of our favourite dresses for the season ahead.
The Jumper Dress
When it comes to practicality and warmth for the winter, it doesn’t get much better than the jumper dress. It can be worn with thick opaque tights or leggings and boots for a really cosy and stylish outfit. Nordic prints, snow flakes, reindeers and cable knits are amongst the most popular designs for knit wear this winter and any of them would look great on a jumper dress. We love this black and grey knitted dress with sequin detail.
The Fifties Style Dress
Fifties style dresses are a huge trend this winter with the hit TV show Mad Men being a major influence. Look out for dresses that flare from the waist for a feminine and lady like look. This style of dress looks best with heels and a hand bag over the arm. We love this khaki wrap over dress with satin waist trim. The wrap over style is particularly flattering and a great way of defining the waist.
The Shift Dress
The classic shift dress is one of the most versatile styles of dress. It never goes out of fashion and works for so many different occasions. This beautiful shift dress is perfect for wearing to a drinks party or any evening do, just add a great pair of heels and a beautiful clutch.
The TÂ Shirt Dress
AÂ t shirt dress is a really comfortable choice for the winter as it is made from jersey. It can also look elegant and works really well with the seasons minimalist trend. We love this sqaure necked t shirt dress with a flattering embroidered floral pattern on the front. Try wearing it with heels for a smart outfit or flats for a more casual look. It is also great for layering with a chunky knit cardigan for a really comfortable outfit.
The Evening Dress
Everyone needs an evening dress for Christmas parties and black is the usual choice of colour. This winter maxi dresses and long evening dresses are really fashionable and if you fancy a change from black why not try red, black and white or grey?
Which ever dress you choose to wear make sure that you have a great jacket or cardigan to go with it so that you are both warm and stylish.
If you are attending any semi formal or cocktail parties over the next few months, then, you will no doubt be wanting a really amazing cocktail dress that will look stunning. A cocktail dress is usually a style of dress that is calf length or above (as opposed to a full or floor length evening or ball dress). A cocktail dress is dressy but also practical allowing plenty of movement for dancing. It is also usually made from luxurious fabrics with eye catching details like sequins or embellishment.
Velvet Cocktail Dress In Black
This dress is both striking and flattering. It has an empire line which is emphasised by the ribbon and bow around it. It is made from a beautiful crushed velvet and has chiffon shoulder and godet details. The material is stretchy making it incredibly comfortable and easy to move in. This dress is a really classic style that will never go out of fashion. It also comes with a matching scarf.
Ladies Long Lace Evening/Prom/Ball Dress in Black
Lace is incredibly on trend at the moment and this dress makes the most of the delicate design by lining it with a red fabric. The style of the dress is simple but elegant with a three quarter length skirt that is also very on trend at the moment.
Black chiffon pleated cocktail dress with shawl
This dress is a Marilyn Monroe style and is perfect for those searching for a little retro glamour. It has a velvet bodice with delicate shoe string straps and a skirt in finely pleated chiffon. The skirt of this dress is perfect for swishing as you dance. It just needs a beautiful pair of black shoes to set it off perfectly.
Black embroidered assymetrical evening dress
Another key look for party, cocktail and evening dresses at the moment is the assymetrical shape. Many of the dresses are one shouldered but this dress features a much more wearable version of this trend which is the different shaped straps on each side. It has delicate ribbon and thread detail and there is also a matching bolero available.
What to wear with you cocktail dress?
A pair of high heels is almost essential with a cocktail dress however if you really find high heels difficult to walk in, you can find some very pretty lower kitten style heels or even some embellished flat shoes. A small clutch bag is the ideal way to carry a few possesions with you but they wont usually fit much in them so you may have to leave the i phone at home for just one evening. If your dress is quite simple look for clutch with sequin or bead detail to add an interesting feature.
Finally, you may want a cover up for your cocktail dress either to wear all of the time or just to travel to and from the party. There are all sorts of bolero, cape and evening jackets available. Again if you have quite a simple dress then you can afford to go over board with a statement cover up piece. If your dress already has quite a bit of interest, then opt for a plain black option.
After the fun of summer barbeque’s and garden parties, autumn and winter are great times to get a bit dressed up and go to a evening party or a ball. A ball or formal evening occasion is such a great opportunity to get dressed up in all your finery and have a really great time. A formal occasion like a ball will usually require quite an elaborate floor length gown. Here are some of our favourite evening dresses that will look amazing for almost any evening occasion.
This black and green burnt out dress is a simple shape made special with its unusual floral devore shimmer fabric with a subtle lime green lining showing through. It also has beautiful sequin detailing around the empire line, v neck and arm holes. The empire line is a universally flattering style which works amazingly well for evening wear.
This Teal print satin sleeveless evening dress has a stunning fitted bodice with a contrasting printed skirt which flares gently for an elaborate look. The striped pattern on the skirt is both eye catching and flattering. It has a bow at the back and detachable straps for those that feel uncomfortable going strapless.
This long black and brown animal print halter neck dress makes the most of the seasons trend for animal prints in a very glamorous way. The dress is floor length with delicate spaghetti strap detailing at the back. The halterneck style is also incredibly flattering. You can make the most of this dress by wearing it with a pair of black heels.
This cowl neck devore swirl design evening dress is a simple design but with an elegant twist. On the back there are some scarves which drape gracefully and move as you walk. The dress is fully lined and has a flattering cowl neck. This dress can also be worn with a wide brimmed hat for a very stylish occasion outfit.
If you want to be the belle of the ball and the centre of attention all evening then a red dress is the perfect choice. This red and black contrast band satin evening dress is a stunning choice with its elaborate flared skirt and pleated bustier top. This gown has a contrasting black satin shawl and a net petticoat to ensure that the skirt stands out beautiful.
To accessorise an evening dress choose a sparkly necklace that complements but does not compete with the dress. A simple pair or open or closed toe shoes with a high or medium heel will also set the dress off perfectly. For travelling to and from a ball or evening party, you could either wear an evening coat, a shawl or wrap or even perhaps a black tuxedo or tailored jacket. If you have long hair an elaborate up do will look amazing or even a jewelled hair accessory or fascinator hair clip. A small clutch bag is the most suitable way to carry your possessions but you won’t have room for much other than the accessories like keys and money.
Evening trousers are a great alternative to an evening dress cocktail dress for an evening event, party or special occasion. Dresses are usually the most popular choice of evening wear for ladies but trousers if worn with the right top can look just as elegant. Most evening trousers are made from a black lightweight material that drapes well. Sometimes it is possible to find evening trousers in colours like navy blue, gold, taupe or grey. You may also fond some very beautiful evening trousers that are made from a thicker cotton with a sheen or slightly shiny finish or satin or velvet. For the summer, linen can also be a great fabric for evening trousers.
Unless you have particularly chosen to wear a pair of ankle length trousers, most evening trousers will look best when they are really long, almost skimming the floor. A pair of high heels is usually by far the best option of foot wear for any evening wear but if you really can’ t walk in them, then choose a pair with a mid height heel or even a pair of pretty embellished ballet flats.
How your overall evening outfit will look is very much dependant on the top that you choose to wear. Hip length tops usually look best with evening trousers although sometime an elaborate tunic will also look great. You can choose from all sorts of different styles from sleeveless tops to blouses and even sparkly or embellished knitwear. Unless you are planning to wear a jacket, bolero or pashmina or shrug that makes a big style statement, you could add interest to your outfit by looking for a top with sequins, beading or some other interesting embellishment. Another option would be to choose a simple but elegant style of top and choose some beautiful accessories. If you choose an elaborate style of evening trousers, a simple top will usually look the best.
These Lilac Straight Leg Evening Trousers make a huge style statement with their eye catching colour. The top layer of the trousers is a floaty material that drapes perfectly for that evening look. They also have a lining which ensures that they are not see through and hang perfectly. Combine these trousers with a black top or a purple top and gold jewellery for the real wow factor.
These brown layered Cinderella evening trouserswork really well for ladies who like to look different and individual. The flattering straight leg trousers are covered by a petal like skirt which moves as you walk for a really stylish evening outfit. These trousers are also available in black. The brown trousers would look good when worn with black, a range of other neutral colours or even metallics or red.
These double layered trousers with diamante detail are a really unusual style with a floaty top layer with a slit which reveals a row of diamate as you walk. You could combine with a fitted top that also has a little diamante detail or just a plain black evening top.
You may have written off maxi dresses as a trend for young twenty something girls or very tall people, but the maxi dress is an elegant choice for ladies of any age. They have a number of great qualities which make them a flattering and feminine option for all sorts of occasions including as evening dresses, occasion dresses, casual or even beach wear. The maxi dress is moving from the realms of high fashion to become a classic style of dress that almost everyone wants to own. It is particularly suitable for summer due to its long flowing nature but maxi dresses are also great for more formal occasions in the winter or casual when made of a slightly thicker jersey fabric.
One of the most endearing qualities of the maxi dress is that it covers the legs completely. For those who don’t like showing off their legs it is a great way to look ultra feminine and elegant. It removes all those worries about whether to wear tights or not and whether your legs look too white. The long skirt is incredibly flattering for those with a pear shaped figure or larger legs, calves or ankles.
Most maxi dresses have an empire line. This describes the seam that runs just below the bust that creates the illusion of a high waist. The beauty of this style is that the fabric hangs loosely from just below the bust so it does not cling or emphasise the tummy area. This aspect of the maxi dress makes it especially flattering for those with an apple shaped figure or rounder tummy. The empire line is also a classic style that adds to the femininity of the maxi dress.
During the summer months, when the weather is hot you may long for something to wear that looks stylish and glamorous without being too warm. The maxi dress is the perfect choice as it is so loose fitting. It will look great for weddings or summer parties and can easily be dressed up with heels, a cluch bag and some stunning jewellery. Alternatively a more casual style of maxi dress works perfectly as a beach cover up or for wearing with sandals for everyday wear.
There are so many choices of maxi dress available that there is something available to suit any body shape or ocassion. For those who would like to cover up their arms, it is possible to get maxi dresses with short sleeves. Alternatively maxi dresses look great when worn with a short cropped cardigan. Halter necks, high necks and spaghetti straps are also options depending on what looks best on you.
The maxi dress is a trend that looks like it is going to be here to stay for some time. Anyone can find a maxi dress that looks amazing, they just need to pick the style carefully. If you are short, a maxi dress looks great with wedge heels, you should also look for a style that has a fairly slim fit skirt. Shorter ladies should also avoid large scale patterns which can over power them.