This button-down style from Polo Ralph Lauren is soft to the touch, and begging to be paired with other fall textures
A plunging or narrow-strapped version shows more skin immediately
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An updo can also look great if you want to show off bold earrings or a necklace
Long sleeves, higher necklines, and floor-length hemlines offer coverage against cold while maintaining sophistication
Shop the look: Red cinched dress: Buy from Nordstrom Rack, $74.97 Black bow heels: Buy from Macy's, $59.70 Pear and black flower earrings: Buy from Amazon, $17.88 Black clutch: Buy from Amazon, $28.43 Gold bracelet: Buy from Gorjana, $60 Cocktail attire DO: Jazz it up with accessories The accessories you choose can instantly elevate any cocktail look fast but they can also make or break a look, so choose wisely