Well, it's official. The holidays are barreling towards us like a great tinsel bedecked freight train. The only you can do is arm yourself with a roll of wrapping paper, a box of peppermint bark, and a super hot cocktail dress. This year the elves at Shopbop are working overtime to guarantee all us glamourpuss gas that we'll get extra smooches under the mistletoe. Neon brights are sure to get you noticed in a sea of basic black!
Colbalt blue looks unexepectedly rich, especially when trimmed with graphic beads. Accents of black (in the shoes or in a pair of lampshades!) add another layer of drama.
For casual sex appeal, nothing beats feel-good fabrics like jersey and linen! Unexpected glimmers and twinkles take grey to a whole 'nother level.
Ruching? Draping? A divine shade of purple? Is there anything this dress doesn't have? It's perfectly posh and playful, all at once!
Girly meets graphic with tiers of printed chiffon. A palette of blacks, greys, and amethyst jewel tones ups the sophistication to create a look that will carry you through New Year's and beyond.
Perhaps champagne is your thing? Soft, bubbly hues and the rustle of silk speak louder than the glitziest gowns. Let's raise a toast to looking fah-bu-lous, darlings!
Fashion Images: Shopbop Interiors Images: Living Etc.

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Posted by: Jaime | November 20, 2009 at 10:37 AM
My favorites are the first and last dresses! Soft, pretty things that are just perfect for the holidays! Love your narrative for this piece!
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That last one is perfection!!
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I love the strapless number!
Posted by: Dyan | November 20, 2009 at 04:04 PM
I think purple is my new favorite color. At least the way you use it!
Happy weekend Anne.
xo
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Posted by: Claire Marie | November 21, 2009 at 08:13 PM
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The bandeau cocktail dress No1 looks fabulous and probably the pick of the bunch, no doubt as we're getting perilously close to 2010 Christmas the post becomes just as relevant as it did last year!
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