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by Ambreen AkhtarPhotos courtesy of Sandi Wilson Photography
Wondering what to wear to that upcoming wedding or special occasion this year? This seasons color palette ranges from shades of pink to soft celery greens, from vibrant dark purples to the cool lavenders, refreshing light blues to the deep navies. There is always room for summer white, mellow yellows and classy gold. So have fun choosing a gorgeous outfit and go in style!
One piece wonders
- A sleeveless one piece dress is always a gorgeous choice. Choose a glitter crepe with some oriental trim or find a simple fitted one and accent it with a striking beaded and fringed shawl.
- Try a soft wraparound dress with a neck that dips and a front tie that shapes you nicely.
- For a fresh sense of style look for dresses that offer embroidered pearl trim, or stylish inverted open sleeves.
- Add some motion to your look with a swing hemline or a trumpet skirt hem. Wear it to the knee, mid calf or full length.
The two piece look
- A comfortable two piece dress is always a great choice for a special occasion. Try one with a neckline that features a shiny satin trim or beaded embroidery.
- Pair a lined, sleeveless dress with a tailored one button jacket. Choose one with a fish tail back and satin trim for an elegant finishing touch.
- For feminine detail choose fabrics that are textured in a satin polyester. If your dress is fully embroidered, try a sheer embossed jacket for a delicate finish.
- The fooler dress gives the look of three separate pieces but is actually a two piece set.
The elegance of a pant suit.
- The three piece pant suit can work well for special occasions! Choose one with a jacket dressed up with front pleating and shiny satin trim. Underneath add a matching satin-bound camisole with some extra beading on the front. Dress up the pants with matching beading on the legs.
- A flare pant and softer fabric give the pant suit a dressier look for that special occasion.
A Glamorous Finish
- Accessories for that special occasion can be bold and delectable with items such as brightly colored paten leather shoes and a paisley bag or a crocodile clutch purse for fun.
- Wake up your simple dress with some glitzy faux jewelry. Add glamour with a pewter bracelet, drop crystal earrings or a mock diamond necklace.
- If you are into a simple look, add neutral accessories in pale yellows or creams for an elegant style.
- An open toed sling-back shoe with a matching shoulder bag will finish off any outfit nicely.
- Remember if you choose to wear white to a wedding accessorize with bold colors.
~ Ambreen Akhtar has worked in fashion advertising and marketing and as an assistant manager and buyer for a clothing store. She currently reports on fashion for Women Today. Read Ambreen's story of survival.