When we began shooting on location in the city for
this month’s Christmas Countdown issue, I never thought how art played a key
role in bringing our story to life. After all, 2016 has been truly an exciting
year, with so much going on it feels very topsy-turvy at times. Why not ring in
the new year with a very glamorous reveal! The evening edit is packed with a
modern silhouette in timeless black to be worn after hours. For this occasion,
this outfit will keep you looking chic long into the night.
I love getting ready to go out –I’ve often found
that it’s better than the night itself. Any excuse to get the smoky eye palate
of eyeshadows out and have fun with a fitted party dress, then I’m happy. I’m
not too much of a planner; I wait and I see how I feel on that day. When you
are called off to go to an event that requires you to dress up, it is always a
joy to pick out something daring. This can result in a wonderful outfit choice,
that will turn heads for all the right reasons. Don’t forget shoes, handbags,
and accessories, they also play an important role in your artistic vision for
the look of that eventful evening.
I really admire vintage clothes, and when I’m off
to a party, I’ll incorporate something with some character. My ideal party
dress is a 60’s body hugging dress with some mesh long sleeves for a sexy yet
classy look. Sporting mesh black tights with this dress gives an edgy vibe,
while still being Parisian chic.
Your party shoes need to be comfortable to dance
in; I love a Victorian style leather black ankle boot. These boots are a great
twist on your typical high heels you see most people sporting with dresses.
Good shoes definitely elevate a seductive dress.
You need a bag that looks small but can hold tons
of your stuff. It is important to bring makeup with you, a vibrant lipstick,
mine is Ruby Rush by Tom Ford, and a compact to check if you ever need a touch
up just in case.
In these cooler temperatures falling each night, it
is important that you wear a jacket. What kind do you wear over your dress? Try
a leather biker! This beauty from Topshop is all leather and all fabulous! If
you want to take your style from classy and content, to a rocker with some edge
this is the perfect alternative to a bolero.
There’s a thrill in trying something new. I love
the idea that a dress has had a life before me, and that it will have a life
tonight, too. The look on people’s faces will be that of envy, complementary,
and simply shock in a good way. I don’t like being to safe when it comes to my
outfit choices. I think if you don’t try something new then no versatility will
exist in your wardrobe.
Cocktail hour is growing near, after-dark drinks
call for charismatic patterns, mesh and chandelier earrings that pack a punch.
Go as bold as you dare and don’t look back.
Written by Heather
Lisa Noire
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