Some parties are special enough that the standard t-shirt and jeans look just won’t cut it. For occasions like this, a girl needs a dress that isn’t necessarily too formal, but is chic and modern so that heads will turn when she walks into the room. Parties like this don’t require ball gowns or long, form-fitting evening gowns; they need fun and flirty styles that work well on the dance floor.
Girls who want a standout version of the ever-popular “little black dress” will love the Marilyn Monroe “Some Like It Hot” Inspired V-Neck Jersey Short Dress. Fun, flirty and on-trend, this understated A-line sleeveless knit dress works for both formal and casual events, depending on how you accessorize it. The dress has a deep V-neckline with a jeweled bow belt that accentuates the waist. It is fully lined and made of polyester and spandex. This dress comes in black and plum and should be hand washed.
A more form-fitting style reminiscent of the Mad Men-inspired styles of the 1960s is the stretch satin cap sleeve dress. Available in a vibrant orchid pink, this bodycon dress features banding to highlight curves and satin cap sleeves to enhance the arms, creating an overall stunning silhouette. Walk into any room in this dress and heads are sure to turn your way.
For a more innocent look, the Short Chiffon Baby Doll Dress with Floral Detail is the perfect combination of short, sweet and sassy, but in a grown-up way. Featuring an empire waist and a spaghetti strap bodice, this ballet pink dress gives you a flattering silhouette without being too clingy. The dress has a beautiful floral charmeuse design across the bust, making it a great choice for a spring fling. The short chiffon baby doll dress with floral detail is fully lined and should be dry cleaned.
Women who want a dressier dress with just a hint of ruffles will love the Shimmering Satin Ruffle Off Shoulder Dress. This short sheath dress comes in a vibrant teal satin fabric that’s lightweight and perfect for dancing on a warm summer night. Its one-shoulder design features a ruffle detail that adds just the right amount of kick to a simple silhouette. The ruffled shoulder shimmering satin gown is fully lined and should also be dry cleaned.
If funky and ruffled are more your style, you may have found your match in the Sequin Handkerchief Hem Taffeta Mini Dress. Clearly influenced by the bright styles of the 1980s, this funky dress is perfect for younger women who aren’t afraid to wear bright colors and ruffles. Made of fuchsia polyester taffeta, this strapless gown features a two-tiered ruffled sequin hemline with a black tulle base. The dress is fully lined with an invisible back zipper and is dry clean only.
Another funky, frilly option that’s a bit more understated is the strapless tiered tulle short dress. This strapless black design features a ruched bodice and a natural waist accented with a beaded band. Reminiscent of something out of the movie “Black Swan,” the skirt of this dress is made of tiered tulle, giving it a ballerina, fashionista twist for a fun, modern twist on formal wear.
For girls who wouldn’t get sucked into ruffles, tulle, or ruffles of any kind, the one-shoulder mini dress in stretch jacquard is a sexy alternative with a more mature vibe. Hitting just above the knee, this silver dress features a beautiful and elegant origami detail on one shoulder. It’s made of a stretchy jacquard fabric that hugs the body with a very subtle animal print design. A black sash accentuates the waist. The one shoulder stretch jacquard short dress is fully lined and should be dry cleaned.
Finally, if ruffles aren’t your thing and skintight, sexy skin isn’t your style, a classic American party dress is just what you need to get you up to speed. For a stylish elegance that works for teens and twenties alike, the Caviar Beaded Strapless Tulle Gown is a wonderful choice, with its delicate yet understated design. This knee length champagne colored polyester gown is overlaid with black tulle for a worn effect. Its strapless bodice features caviar beads on the top layer and is ruched at the empire waist. The dress can only be hand washed to protect the delicate beading and tulle.
When the party calls for dressier fashions than the latest designer jeans, it’s time to find a dress that matches your style and personality. From chic and sexy to fun and frilly, no matter what your style, there’s a dress that can snap any social butterfly out of its cocoon and onto the dance floor where it belongs.