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Although a lot of the party dresses in our edit are unashamedly Christmassy (with lots of reds, greens and metallics), they genuinely work year-round

With a simple change of accessories, a well-crafted black dress can transition seamlessly from an afternoon art gallery opening to a highly upscale dinner party

The scooped neckline adds a touch of sophistication, while the mermaid silhouette and eye-catching red color will turn heads

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Your best bet is to select shoe styles that expose the foot

Champagne tones keep things elegant and warm, making them perfect for any celebration, Thielebeule says