Elemis dress, Le Sundial belt, Valentino bag, Irene Neuwirth earrings, Ariel Ratner necklace
The best thing about the holidays is that they have an excuse to dress up, especially after getting a glow from being in the sun all day. The evenings feel fresh again. You shower, get dressed slowly, and choose something that feels a little more elevated than what you wore to the beach.
These are not casual holiday outfits. Those are the ones that immediately read as an opportunity. Strapless silhouettes that show off the shoulders, sculpted halters that define the neckline, ruffled maxis with texture, and saturated colors that stand out against the sand and sea.
For a romantic dinner by the water, I always gravitate toward a fluid maxi in silk or chiffon. Something strapless or halter with a defined waist so the shape looks flattering and balanced. I like clothes that cover the body and move when you move. Deep browns, corals, deep reds and sea blues, colors that look rich at sunset and retain their depth in photos.
For drinks on the terrace or an evening out at a destination, I turn to clean lines and confident colors. A long midi or full maxi, a plunging neckline, a silhouette that feels sheer as soon as you wear it. This is where deep red, bright yellow or a graphic print works beautifully. The dress should show off its look on its own.
I keep the style sophisticated because these pieces already make a statement – flat leather sandals or a smooth heel, a compact clutch, gold earrings with weight, hair pulled back to highlight the neckline. When the cut, fabric and color are right, you don’t need to think much about the rest.
floral silk dress
Silk fill coupe roses in a sculptural, romantic evening silhouette make this dress an extraordinary choice for spring weddings, garden parties and occasions.
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ruffled maxi dress
This stunning dress features a sleeveless, long shape in crisp cotton that hugs the body and ends in shiny fringe that changes with every step.
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