The Occasion Edit

A burgundy velvet dress and a silver sequin dress on padded hangers beside a handheld garment steamer and a garment bag in a bright dressing room
How to Care for Sequin and Velvet Dresses So They Last
How to clean, steam, store and travel with sequin and velvet dresses: spot cleaning, dry cleaning, hand washing, creases and keeping velvet pile smooth. Read more...
Three floor-length evening gowns in emerald satin, navy chiffon and champagne sequins on slim hangers beside a full-length mirror in an elegant room
How to Choose an Evening Gown for Your Body Shape
How to choose an evening gown that flatters you: A-line, mermaid, sheath and empire silhouettes, necklines, fabrics, length, hemming and finding the right size. Read more...
A floor-length navy satin gown and a knee-length blush cocktail dress hanging side by side on a brass rail in an elegant room with soft evening light
Black Tie vs. Cocktail Attire: What Each Dress Code Really Means
Black tie, black tie optional, formal or cocktail? What each dress code means for women, the right lengths and fabrics, and how to accessorize for each. Read more...
An elegant champagne lace midi dress with sheer sleeves on a padded hanger beside a bouquet of blush roses and a pearl clutch in a bright room
What to Wear as Mother of the Bride or Groom: A Complete Guide
How to choose a mother-of-the-bride or groom dress: when to shop, colors, length by dress code, sleeves, comfort and coordinating with the other mother. Read more...