• Choose a sleeveless dress for simple elegance.
• Try the sheath dress with the notched beaded neckline.
• The boat necked dress offers attractive back detail.
• V-necked dresses enhance the figure. Add a rhinestone pin for back detail.
• Add holiday shimmer with a satin dress complete with a shawl.
• The simple spaghetti strap dress. Find one with the handkerchief back hem.
• The ruffle slip dress offering a low v-back is always a hit.

Create a dazzling party look with

• Sparkle knit tops designed with beads and sequence. Accompany with georgette pants.
• A full organza skirt with the matching organza wrap blouse.
• A crochet knit sweater with a satin camisole to dress up a black skirt.
• Top your favorite pant with a fitted satin blouse featuring the button up cardigan look.
• A fitted blazer featuring lace-up detail on the back (for office party wear.)
• A beaded scarf at the waistband of your classic long black skirt.
• A sleeveless mandarin collar blouse to add elegance to your favorite pant or skirt

Accessorizing for the ideal party look

• Glitzy jewel sets this season come in sets of matching earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Wear all three for a complete look.
• White crystal, colored jewels and pearls are a hit this season.
• To a v-neck add the 18-inch necklace with matching earrings.
• Add a beaded choker to a round neck. Finish it off with matching earrings.

Shoes to complete that special outfit

• The latest look for this holiday season is dressy satin.
• For a glitzy look try the metallic sling back with buckles.
• The sleek black strappy sandal works with most outfits.
• Spaghetti strap sandal with an ankle wrap lacing will add interest.
• Try the leather cocktail boot with inside zipper - works for a unique look.
• A leather shoe with a patent toe cap and heel adds high fashion to an outfit.
• The t-strap style with an adjustable buckle adds elegance.
• Traditional dress pumps that offer comfort are always a hit.

~ Ambreen Akhtar has worked in fashion advertising and marketing and as an assistant manager and buyer for a clothing store.  Read her inspirational story about living with Multiple Scelorosis.

~ Photos by Jeff Calenberg