We're crazy about the dramatic sweep of the flutter sleeves on this empire waist dress with flared skirt. At once soft, and strong. Sizes 0X to 5X (10 to 32). Buy from Macy's.

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One of those styles everyone feels good in. We love the subtle collar and v-neck, the dramatic sleeve, the gold foil floral skirt, and of course: pockets! Top is a light velvet, making this a great option for fall and winter events. Sizes 0X to 4X. Buy from Nordstrom.

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Luxe fabrication; easy, flattering style. The dolman sleeves, side slits, defined waist line, A-line silhouette, and pockets make this dress a winner. Sizes 0X to 5X. Buy from Macy's. 

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Pretty and playful. We love the pops of color and the flounce at the sheer sleeves below-the-knee hemline. A dress you could wear for a daytime occasion or cocktail. Sizes 0X (10-12) to 5X (30-32). Buy from Kiyonna. 

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Oh la la! We're feeling strong Parisian vibes on this off the shoulder puff-sleeve stunner. The elegant way to make a strong statement in black. Sizes 2 to 12. Buy from Anthropologie.

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A sparkling stunner and the best part isn't even visible: this one shoulder gown has a built in bra! The slight side swept material gives it a flattering line and the slit is sexy yet tasteful. See it on real mom Sonia. Sizes 00 to 16. Buy from Nordstrom.

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For every sleeveless dress you've tried and wished you had a shawl to match, here's your twofer. We love the simplicity of this regal blue velvet column. The shawl creates a pretty drape, both front and back. Sizes 0 to 10. Buy from Bergdorf Goodman. 

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A little bit country; a whole lot of pretty. The white on black floral motif is subtle and chic. The A-line, floor length silhouette says formal, but the one-shoulder bow and tiers of crinkle georgette fabric make it light and fun. Sizes 2 to 18. Buy from Macy's.

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This overlay is everything: dramatic sleeve from the front; cape from the back. Add to that the twist front, plunging neckline and shimmery jersey fabric, and this dress is wedding-ready. 2 to 16. Buy from Macy's.

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Sophisticated, chic, intricate, sunny and exceptionally special. We love the cape sleeve, the optimistic hue, the floral embroidery. An investment, to be sure—but it shows. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Nordstrom.

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Simply lovely. The easy-to-wear sleeveless A-line style combined with the gorgeous 3D rosettes on the skirt are a winning combination. Sizes 2 to 12. Buy from Bloomingdale's. 

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Silk pillowcases are basically an overnight beauty dream—preserving your blowout and helping to prevent fine lines and wrinkles. (Silk doesn't absorb moisture like cotton, so your creams stay on your face and oils stay in your hair.) Lilysilk comes highly recommended by product reviewers. There are less expensive, and more expensive models—we think this Charmeuse Silk in a 750 thread count will do the trick. Comes in several colors, and can be monogrammed! 

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