ISO: Christmas Party Dress cont’d (4 days left)

I have 4 days to find a dress.  And, I’ve narrowed it down to seven choices (see above)  I know that I want a short dress.  Because it’s a party of over 1000 people I do want to stand out in the crowd, but at the same time I don’t want to get the I-can’t-believe-she-wore-that look.  I just wanted to get some opinions/feedback on what you would wear to your husband’s Christmas party.  Help!

Layering: Long Tee inside a Dress

I love the colder seasons mainly for the countless layered looks I can pull off.  One look in particular is the thin tee inside a twill or knit dress.  Please keep in mind your color palette.  I’ve been in art classes all my life and I incorporate my knowledge of the color wheel when dressing my clients or even picking outfits for myself.   Keep the colors within the same tones or shade.  Think of pairing different shades of grey together or lilac with plum.  Try to stay away from bright bold colors that will make you look like a walking crayon.  Also, if you’re short like me, bright crayon colors will only make you look like a child ~~  just a tip from a fellow vertically challenged person.

Trend Alert: Cropped Leather Jacket

A funky way to accessorize a long tee this fall would be with a cropped jacket.  A popular style since spring ’07 was the cropped leather jacket.  Cameron Diaz was first spotted wearing a Mike and Chris creation.  I love the cropped jacket with a hood.  With winter coming soon, most crops are veering toward a tee or wool fabric which works great over long sweaters or long sleeved dresses.

The Posh Bob

The new fall do is the Asymmetrical Bob.  Popularized by Victoria Beckham and Rihanna, this funky style has a glam yet rock & roll feel.  If your hair is straight and thin, then this trend would be perfect on you.  But if your hair is like mine (Ronald McDonald-ish?!?!) then don’t even bother.  Paris Hilton is the latest star to jump on the flapper-do bandwagon, like her “natural” looking extensions weren’t stylish enough.