Delicate and modern. With its cape sleeves and lace trim, you're sure to feel both comfortable and pretty--a great combo for a winning night! Sizes 0-14. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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Your new summer staple—covered but airy; fresh and festive but not too much. We're enchanted by the water lilies pattern, the asymmetric ruffle detail on the skirt and the easy flow. An adjustable tie is always a plus. Sizes XXS to XXXL. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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When you just can't wear black again, this is your festive winter alternative. The simple style makes it versatile. The feather cuffs are a party ready to happen. Sizes XXS to XXXL. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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One of those essential workhorses that you know will look spot-on on a million different occasions from work to weddings. We love the shirt dress silhouette with feminine details and lace trim on the "Delaney." Sizes XXS to XXXL. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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Timeless yet perfectly chic. A go-to event dress, the "Esme," in a rayon blend, features a figure-flattering square neck fitted bodice and A-line skirt. And yes, it has pockets! Comes in hot pink and black as well as navy. Sizes XXS to XXXL. Buy form Tuckernuck.

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When regular ruffles feel a bit too pedestrian, here's a strong alternative. That asymmetrical, draped ruffle is a powerful, unexpected statement. We love that it's cinched at the waist for definition. And beneath the draped fabric, you've actually got a sleeveless crewneck with a high-low hemline. You can do this! Sizes 00 to 12. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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This the move when you want to feel comfy...but not quite caftan-y. The satin shift silhouette offers room to breathe without feeling totally unstructured. The bejeweled shoulder strap is a fun twist on the one-shoulder look. Sizes XS to XXL. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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A chic, modern evening bag you're sure to reach for occasion after occasion. Or heck, with jeans and a blazer—there's no law against bedazzling by day! Buy from Neiman Marcus. 

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We're big fans of this line women's wellness brand, which is all about aging well. The place to start: their award-winning, extremely popular Let's Neck serum, which firms, smoothes, and hydrates crepey skin on your neck and décolleté. Buy from Ulta. 

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Great silhouette; delicate design. The all-over floral pattern is raised—a combination of lace embroidery and appliqué to give it a really memorable, elevated look. The tea length, lower in back, makes it perfect for a garden wedding where you may be walking in the grass, but this dress could take you just about anywhere. Sizes 4 to 16. Buy from Dillard's.

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We love the sleek simplicity of this trumpet style gown, which offers the perfect proportion of skin revealed/covered with that off-the-shoulder cut and sheer floral elbow length balloon sleeves, which offer just enough coverage, right where you want it. sizes 4 to 16. Buy from Macy's. See it on real MOB Leslie.

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We're obsessed with the deep green and blue mix—perfect for fall and winter, and this classic ballgown style is always a winner. Show some shoulder! Sizes 4 to 12. Buy from Macy's. 

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