ISO cocktail attire suggestions for a gala

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:As a co-host of a table at a spring, crystal themed gala, maybe something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-sequin-embroidered-tulle-midi-dress-prod275430220?pimId=401248350368&utm_source=google_shopping&ecid=NMCS_GP_RL&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuOtTfVhv02Y4eDliUxAs2BIeBrd&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12yR1twX3gtcG6cyMqzJbf3q0D2uNvYoSCo5KfTl5O-Aqi-wsDInjWMaAkJjEALw_wcB

That's lovely, but I don't have the upper arms for that kind of exposure.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's a pretty dress, but not really dressy enough for the event and co-hosting a table.

since you like blue, maybe this one?

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/chiara-boni-la-petite-robe-italica-floral-embroidered-midi-sheath-dress-prod277730265?childItemId=NMT6ALD_&msid=4946726&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=13

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Galas are generally very formal. Since they specified cocktail attire, I would wear skew dressy with tall, strappy heels.

Given that it's a "spring gala" maybe this:
https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-beaded-floral-jacquard-midi-dress-prod275440098?childItemId=NMT62TM_&msid=4890473&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat58290731_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=60

Or just cocktail gala attire: https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/helsi-florence-embroidered-strapless-midi-dress-prod275180499?childItemId=NMT61RE_&msid=4882073&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat58290731_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=7

Those are both stunning. I'm only 5' 4" so am thinking a little less activity on the dress.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a co-host of a table at a spring, crystal themed gala, maybe something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-sequin-embroidered-tulle-midi-dress-prod275430220?pimId=401248350368&utm_source=google_shopping&ecid=NMCS_GP_RL&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuOtTfVhv02Y4eDliUxAs2BIeBrd&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12yR1twX3gtcG6cyMqzJbf3q0D2uNvYoSCo5KfTl5O-Aqi-wsDInjWMaAkJjEALw_wcB

That's lovely, but I don't have the upper arms for that kind of exposure.

If you want to cover arms, this is conservative but elegant IMO:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/badgley-mischka-collection-pearly-trim-midi-sheath-dress-prod276300182?childItemId=NMT6699_&msid=4910550&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=22

[Anonymous]

What colors look good on you?


https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/tadashi-shoji-lace-crepe-cap-sleeve-dress-prod277640189?childItemId=NMT6AF7_&msid=4944891&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=17


This is a pretty color, but not if you're an "autumn" and look better in warm tones.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I'm the PP who liked the (probably what another PP is calling "princessy" dresses) from NM. But I go to a lot of these as someone who is (working on the wording here) prominent and generally need to be ready for photos. Plus, I enjoy clothes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I posted a few links for you (the blue dresses) but I'm 5'8" and a size 4 so I might be looking at the wrong cut. Let me know if any of the previous ones are close.

[Anonymous]

Okay, so what about something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-puff-sleeve-metallic-jacquard-dress-prod277640154?childItemId=NMT6AEK_&msid=4944831&navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat85900764_cat61740786&page=0&position=38

[Anonymous]

I also went to the one you posted and found this. (I think what throws me about the dress you posted is the top looks like a baggy t-shirt in satin, which gives a more laid back vibe. Even the shoes the model is wearing could be worn with a dressy suit.

This one has a little more oomph.

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/zhivago-bond-satin-pleated-asymmetric-midi-dress-0400018110863.html?dwvar_0400018110863_size=2&dwvar_0400018110863_color=INK

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a theme?

"Crystal Party" - what does that even mean?

For Mount Sinai? Wear what you like - doesn't look like a lot of people stress out about it.

Previous gala - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LL0QsYAKUY

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a theme?

"Crystal Party" - what does that even mean?

For Mount Sinai? Wear what you like - doesn't look like a lot of people stress out about it.

Previous gala - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LL0QsYAKUY

I posted all the frillier dresses. If this is the event don't wear any of my suggestions.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I'm the PP who liked the (probably what another PP is calling "princessy" dresses) from NM. But I go to a lot of these as someone who is (working on the wording here) prominent and generally need to be ready for photos. Plus, I enjoy clothes.

I've loved some of your suggestions - TY. For me, I have small facial/neck features, so I tend to go with a less "princessy" look, then supplement the simple with a statement bracelet or clutch, etc. And I'm now more of a 10, so another reason to keep it simple. Always need a defined waist.

Navy is a great color for me as are some more jewel greens.

[Anonymous]

If it’s DC people don’t dress up as much as you’d think. Often it’s elevated work wear.

[Anonymous]

If the video is representative of the event, then what about this:

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/kay-unger-lottie-floral-cocktail-dress-0400021663291.html?dwvar_0400021663291_size=8&dwvar_0400021663291_color=DARK+MIDNIGHT&site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA%3AWomens_Dresses%3AKay+Unger&country=US¤cy=USD&CSE_CID=G_Saks_PLA_US_Women%27s+Apparel_Dresses_Must+Win%3AKay+Unger&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADO6JtRq3Lm8aU_SUXjzvWr9BUGKi&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12xvJpaaSfEUPQb6C2kajfyRG-_rjjFKIgAG5xPlmU8f53l6Q2d7BwAaAsm1EALw_wcB

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

NP and I like this because it seems dressy but not princessy - seems like something that a confident person would wear

I don't think confidence is the right word. I think it reads this isn't a special night. Which is fine. Just don't mix up the two.

That's not how it reads to me. To me it reads like someone who feels like they belong.