Perfect Fall Party Looks, Part 2

Last minute invite distress? These no-fail party looks will make getting dressed a pleasure this season.

by Daisy Lewellyn

Every girl should have a go-to cocktail dress in her closet, there is absolutely nothing easier or more chic. Whether you are attending a swanky soiree or a fun dinner party with your closest friends, a cocktail dress is a surefire way to look party picture perfect. In addition to looking fabulous, a thoughtful token of appreciation for the host is always a nice way to score style brownie points. I may sometimes arriving fashionably late, but I never arrive unfashionably empty handed.

Check out these chic fall party looks to suit any occasion and personality:

English Roses

Winter gardens will face their rockstar fantasy with hip accessories and motorcycle chic booties. Artists mix media, and well...fashionistas mix lifestyles, artistically rockin'.

1. Floral jacquard dropwaist shift dress, $150 at bananarepublic.com. Florals for fall allow your fashion sense to bloom all season long.

2. Lauren Ralph Lauren Large Hoop Earrings, $32 at macys.com. A great silver hoop is a staple for every girl's wardrobe.

3. Kara Ross Gunmetal 3 Petal Flower Ring with Onyx, Burgundy Python, Silver Lizard, and Black Python, $260 at kararossny.com. I am definitely anti "matchy matchy", but this floral ring completes the style garden when paired with the BR shift dress.

4. Cafe Ankle Bootie, $118 at whitehouseblackmarket.com. Booties are back, and here to stay. These are even great to wear the morning after the party with jeans.

5. Cynthia Rowley Ginny Patent Clutch, $225 at shopbop.com. I love the long thin strap on this clutch - it brings a youthful mood to the look.

6. Hue Opaque Tights, $12.50 at barenecessities.com. Fuchsia opaque tights strike the perfect contrast.

Hostess Gift:
Martha Stewart Hot Lady Roses, $44.95 at 1800flowers.com. Up the home décor factor by pre-ordering these dreamy roses. Your party host can brag that you booked Martha for the party!

Lover Girl

Walk down lovers lane in this party friendly dress. It is a great option for a last minute invite. Toss this piece on and scratch your sweet side and get ready for a kiss with party style.

1. Betsey Johnson Ruffle Dress, $315 at couturecandy.com. I heart this BJ LBD. The modern ruffles really offer girls with athletic body types curves in all of the right places.

2. Kissin' Cousins with Bow necklace, $7.99 at girlprops.com. Romance is in the air for this lover girl's look, just don't kiss and tell.

3. Gucci-Licious Neckchain, $24.99 at girlprops.com. Layering necklaces is a really fun way to add life to your look.

4. Report Signature Women's Newbury Patent Sandals, $184.95 at endless.com. These delicious signature shoes will have the boys eyeing you from head to toe.

5. Betsey Johnson Lips Wristlet, $78 at shopbop.com. Every great party has a theme, so why not join the club and give your look a theme? Strictly on Lover's Lane.

6. DKNY Comfort Control Top Luxe Opaque Tights (not shown), $13.50 at barenecessities.com. You can never go wrong with solid black tights this fall. Pair them with your booties and peep toes too.

Hostess Gift:
Vosges Mini Exotic Candy Bar Gift Set, $25 at vosgeschocolate.com. Anything mini instantly validates your indulgence. With enticing names like Black Pearl, Barcelona, & Oaxaca, it's hard to say no.

want more? check out part 1 of the series