Bargain Chic: party dresses

December 20, 2013

The holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends, to enjoy each others company with decadent food, inspiring music, and all of the traditions and customs of the season. It's also a time to join in a little revelry as the year is put to bed and the prospects of a new year are dancing in front of us.

And, well, speaking of revelry and dancing, this time of year often ushers in many a party -- whether it be the office shindig, the friend's fabulous holiday soiree, your family's traditional gathering, or that fancy New Year's Eve fete. All of these festivities mean an opportunity to shop for some chic party dresses. While some of these get-togethers might not require such fancy attire, it certainly doesn't hurt to look as wonderful as you feel or, at least, to wear a pretty dress to make you feel wonderful.

So, here are some spectacular party dresses that would most definitely make me feel wonderful and sexy and ready to ring in the new year!

And whether or not you attend any fancy parties this holiday season, may your final weeks of the year bring you happiness in whatever you wear and in whatever way you celebrate.

Cheers!

Diane von Furstenberg, Achava Embellished Dress, $698 (Wow! I suppose if you a party where you need to dress to impress); ModCloth, Premier and Dear Dress, $157.99; Anthropologie, Effervescence Dress, $188; Zara, Lace Dress, $99.99.

August 4, 2009

Today is my 32nd birthday. I'm officially in my 30s now. Yikes. I still feel like I'm 21. It is amazing how quickly a year goes by. It seems like I just had a birthday. When I told my mom this, she laughed and said, "that's what happens when you get older." Thanks, Mom -- you always put things in perspective for me.

I figured today of all days, I'd post a little selfish piece for me. My fashion birthday wish. The ultimate birthday dress. I found two! One is more sophisticated and classy; the other one is fun, flirty and bold. I'd say for the most part, those two types of dress express exactly who I am -- sophisticated but also a little sassy.

So, here's to a great 32nd year and a little extra sassy in my step.

Sophisticated & Classic