It’s that time of year when we are searching for the perfect party dress. One old faithful is the LBD; a staple all year around. This classic look comes in a variety of stylish designs from contemporary and cutting edge to traditional and elegant, so there’s no excuse to not have at least one in your wardrobe. This year, we’ve seen an array of stunning celebrities don their pickings: actress Kristen Stewart was seen in Chanel, supermodel Karlie Kloss wore an asymmetric Christopher Kane number and Chinese model Liu Wen in an equestrian-inspired Fendi dress.
Here are our top 10:
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BY MALENE BIRGER – ‘Katnesa’ fringed crepe de chine and crocheted lace dress is edgy and cool. The sheer bohemian-style crocheted lace reveals a hint of flesh, so dare to bare!
ANTHONY VACCARELLO – This leg-baring, one-shoulder lace-up mohair and wool-blend mini dress has alluring lace-up corsetry details at the collarbone and hip – a key detail for the designer for fall 2016.
PALLAS – The tailored ‘Angel’ satin-trimmed tuxedo mini dress is chic and smart. It comes with a double-breasted front and lustrous satin trims.
FENDI – A pretty, feminine floral-appliquéd wool and silk-blend halterneck dress. Embellished with the label’s crystal and silk-organza ‘flowerland’ appliqués that highlight the halterneck and ruffled t-strap.
TIBI – We love the contemporary off-the-shoulder bow-embellished details. It’s cut from supple crepe and lined in silk for a beautiful drape.
HERVÉ LÉGER – The ‘Sara’ strapless bandage gown is elegant and chic, ideal for a chic formal event.
ATTICO – Inspired by the ’20s and ’30s, the ‘Charlotte’ tiered silk-satin maxi dress is cut from swathes of lustrous silk-satin and has a loose, float-away silhouette. The floor-sweeping skirt is highlights the tiered ruffles.
HANEY – This asymmetric gown has a modern take on eveningwear. Its streamlined long silhouette has intricately embroidered cutouts and a daring front split.
ELIE SAAB – A beautiful, boho-style guipure lace-panelled crepe mini dress. The bell sleeves and keyhole neckline is striking. The nipped-in waist makes it a flattering cut.
RACHEL ZOE – Striking and elegant. The ‘Andoni’ corded lace maxi dress is lined with a crepe slip. True to the label’s bohemian aesthetic, it’s designed with bell sleeves and a tasseled lace-up chest.
