Capturing the Elegance of the Season

by by Ambreen Akhtar

Cocktail dresses for that special party

  • Choose a sleeveless dress for simple elegance.
  • Try the sheath dress with the notched beaded neckline.
  • The boat necked dress offers attractive back detail.
  • V-necked dresses enhance the figure. Add a rhinestone pin for back detail.
  • Add holiday shimmer with a satin dress complete with a shawl.
  • The simple spaghetti strap dress. Find one with the handkerchief back hem.
  • The ruffle slip dress offering a low v-back is always a hit.

Create a dazzling party look with

  • Sparkle knit tops designed with beads and sequence. Accompany with georgette pants.
  • A full organza skirt with the matching organza wrap blouse.
  • A crochet knit sweater with a satin camisole to dress up a black skirt.
  • Top your favorite pant with a fitted satin blouse featuring the button up cardigan look.
  • A fitted blazer featuring lace-up detail on the back (for office party wear.)
  • A beaded scarf at the waistband of your classic long black skirt.
  • A sleeveless mandarin collar blouse to add elegance to your favorite pant or skirt

Accessorizing for the ideal party look

  • Glitzy jewel sets this season come in sets of matching earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Wear all three for a complete look.
  • White crystal, colored jewels and pearls are a hit this season.
  • To a v-neck add the 18-inch necklace with matching earrings.
  • Add a beaded choker to a round neck. Finish it off with matching earrings.

Shoes to complete that special outfit

  • The latest look for this holiday season is dressy satin.
  • For a glitzy look try the metallic sling back with buckles.
  • The sleek black strappy sandal works with most outfits.
  • Spaghetti strap sandal with an ankle wrap lacing will add interest.
  • Try the leather cocktail boot with inside zipper - works for a unique look.
  • A leather shoe with a patent toe cap and heel adds high fashion to an outfit.
  • The t-strap style with an adjustable buckle adds elegance.
  • Traditional dress pumps that offer comfort are always a hit.


~ Ambreen Akhtar has worked in fashion advertising and marketing and as an assistant manager and buyer for a clothing store.  Read her inspirational story about living with Multiple Scelorosis.

~ Photos by Jeff Calenberg

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