Lookbook: Spring Formal 2012
Spring is filled with excuses to glam it up, not that we need one! From proms to weddings, it’s the season for celebrations, which means showstopping dresses, luxe accessories and sexy, sky-high heels. How you work the social circuit is all about your party persona, so we’ve pulled together unforgettable outfits to make sure you look amazing whether you consider yourself a party girl, a girly girl or a sophisticate—or just want to play the part for the night.
How will you work the party circuit?
THE PARTY GIRL >> Does the fun start when you arrive? A look-at-me lace dress in black or turquoise (one of spring’s most coveted hues) is stunning with sleek, simple yet dramatic accessories like hoop earrings or an armful of bangles. Or go edgy in a wild sequined style with a plunging mesh neckline…we love how those sparkles swing on a pulsating dance floor!
GET THE LOOKS >> Four Way Sequin Mesh Dress (194795, $169), Square Stud Earring Set (194949, $14); Mariah Sequin Deep V-Neck Dress (192991, $159), Oversized Chainmail Crystal Hoop Earring (193665, $26), Large Crystal Hammered Bangle Set (193604, $39), Crystal Glitter Ring (188773, $24); One Shoulder Mixed Lace Dress (173358, $119), Crystal Cutout Fringe Bangle Set (193648, $44), Double Row Crystal Hoop Earring (193617, $26); V-Neck Lace Dress (168550, $129), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29)
THE GIRLY GIRL >> Do you fall for flirty details? For a truly special event, make an entrance in a midnight blue gown with a beautiful organza ruffle or a strapless sweetheart covered in embellishments. White and nude dresses are super chic this season, too, so why not play the goddess in this draped silhouette or a champagne bodycon?
GET THE LOOKS >> Long Taffeta Organza Strapless Gown (194531, $198), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29); Strapless Banded Top Dress (176480, $159), Chunky Glitter Metal Minaudiere (192024, $49), Crystal Cutout Fringe Bangle Set (193648, $44), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29); Maude Strapless Dress (193143, $159), Crystal Animal Print Bangle Set (193638, $44), Crystal Lined Hoop Earring (193654, $34); Rhinestone Colorblock Dress (184284, $159), Rielle Satin Platform Pump (178123, $129), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29)
THE SOPHISTICATE >> Addicted to the luxe life? Slip into cool blue satin, then add jeweled earrings and bracelets for a look that’s purely posh. Also check out the red carpet and classic Hollywood for inspiration—a one-shoulder gown in lush crimson or contrasting tones is instantly poised, elegant and guaranteed to keep all eyes on you.
GET THE LOOKS >> One Shoulder Rhinestone Circle Taffeta Gown (194535, $198), Crystal Cutout Fringe Bangle Set (193648, $44), Double Row Crystal Hoop Earring (193617, $26); Shane Strapless Silver Belted Tulip Dress (193022, $159), Crystal Cutout Fringe Bangle Set (193648, $44), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29); Sweetheart Straps Satin Dress (193237, $159), Crystal Mesh & Enamel Bangle Set (190484, $49), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29); One Shoulder Feather Taffeta Gown (194650, $219), Crystal Glitter Ring (188773, $24), Hoop & Novelty Stud Trio Set (188670, $16.99–$29)
