Birdy Grey Lola Dress Something blue, but make it summer
We will cement that position shortly but first, lets at least give a little bit of time to some potential arguments in favor of the look: It is, of course, more casual to skip the jacket and just wear the shirt and tie than to have the jacket on
Prepare for the compliments: "You're glowing"
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ANINE BING Samantha Dress Ted Baker London Abriee Floral Puff Sleeve Handkerchief Hem Midi Dress Eliza J Lace Asymmetric Cocktail Dress Open Edit Asymmetric Satin Midi Skirt Rita @ritapalazzi above (read her style interview here) chooses a floral midi dress with a square neckline
Common Mistakes to Avoid Avoid the following if you want to dress correctly for a summer cocktail party: Choosing colors that are too dark (e.g., black and navy blue) Selecting the wrong fabric (e.g., polyester and velvet) Overdressing with garments like a waistcoat and cummerbund Underdressing with Bermuda shorts and slippers Your Personal Style Contrary to popular belief, you have some leeway when adding personal style to a cocktail outfit