Q. My husband and I were invited to a work-related "Christmas and New Year's Celebration" in mid-December at a nice restaurant. The hosts are the worldwide presidents and only senior employees will be there. Cocktails at 7:00 PM and dinner at 8:00 PM. Jackets are required for men. What do you suggest that we wear? We are in our mid 30's.
-Dinner at 8
A. You’re eating with the bigwigs so you want to look stylish, appropriate for a big holiday party and still fit your age. Whether you go with a safe choice like the little black dress or something bold in color, just be sure you don’t expose too much cleavage and bring along a little jacket or wrap if it’s chilly indoors. While most readers know by now that I always turn to a dress for instant glamour, I have fallen for many of the taffeta skirts that designers like Diane Von Furstenberg, Nanette Lepore and J.Crew are showing this Holiday season so I may plunk down my credit card for one of those this month.
1. Sophia short silk dress, $139.99 at jcrew.com
2. Kay Unger Cap Sleeve Stretch Satin Dress, $330 at saks.com
3. Silk taffeta Amelia short dress, $195 at jcrew.com
4. Steve Madden Silk Pleated Dress With Tie, $190 at macys.com
5. Eliza J Sleeveless Ruffle Wrap Dress with Bow, $134.25 at macys.com
6. Nanette Lepore Festive Silk Paillette Dress, $295 at saks.com
7. L.A.M.B. Tiered Ruffle Top and Bubble Plaid Taffeta Skirt, $165 each at bloomingdales.com
8. Nanette Lepore Coweled Sweater & Radiant Satin Skirt, $305 and $135 at bloomingdales.com
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