Event season is creeping up, and I'm willing to bet your calendar's starting to fill up fast. But let's be real — how many of us get to that moment of staring into our wardrobe and think, "I have literally nothing to wear?"
As a personal stylist, I hear this all the time: What can I wear, and where on earth do I find something that doesn't scream 'my 2008 formal dress'?
When the invites start rolling in, you know it's game on. Whether it's a wedding, spring racing, hens' parties, a night out with the girls, garden soiree, or that once-a-year Christmas party where you actually get to dress up, it's the perfect excuse to go all out. I mean, who doesn't love a moment to feel a little extra? That's where the fun starts.
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Before you find yourself in that all-too-familiar moment of wardrobe chaos, let's talk options.
If you're in the mood for something classic, you can't beat a little black dress — sleek, chic and totally reliable when you want that effortlessly put-together look without overthinking it.
But maybe you're feeling a bit more adventurous? Sequins are perfect for those nights when you want to shine (literally) and have some fun. It's like saying, "Yes, I came to party," without uttering a word.
If you're headed to a daytime affair and want to keep things light and breezy, perhaps a floaty dress is your go-to. Easy, romantic and ideal for those outdoor events where you want to look fab without breaking a sweat.
Or, if you're in the mood to bring some structure, a fitted, tailored style will give you that boss-level confidence, no matter where you're headed.
So, before you hit that pre-event panic button where you feel like you've tried on everything in your wardrobe (twice), I've pulled together 20 event-worthy dresses to make sure you nail that RSVP — and yes, my curvy sisters, as always, I've got you covered.
2. St Frock Divine Maxi Dress in Navy With Sage Multi Floral Print, $99.90.
3. Sheike Ivy Maxi Dress, $259.99.
4. Atoir Jana Dress, $479.
5. Meshki Lorelei Crepe Twist Midi Dress, $159.
6. Leo Lin Cassie Tie Neck Midi Dress, $799.
7. Mossman Cosmic Maxi Dress in Red, $329.95.
8. Binny Front Lawns Dress, $599.
9. Little Party Dress Wonderful Black Party Dress, $99.95.
10. Review Beautiful Moments Mini Dress, $279.95.
11. Rooh Collective Birthday Gown in Pistacho Ombré, $625.
12. DISSH Jolie State Midi Dress, $189.99.
13. FAYT Natalia Dress in Espresso, $119.
14. Acler Jeffries Mini, $450.
15. Country Road Micro Ruffle Shirt Dress, $299.
16. Forever New Curve Annie Curve Scallop Trim Midi Dress, $219.99.
17. Pilgrim Harper Off Shoulder Mini Dress, $219.95.
18. Rebecca Vallance Alivia Short Sleeve Mini Dress, $799.
19. Aulieude Daphne French Toile Dress, $345.
20. Shona Joy Nora Asymmetrical Long Sleeve Maxi, $340.
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