Get Your Holiday Dresses for Less
Dec. 2, 2009 — -- Imagine this: it's the night before your family holiday gathering, office party or that special holiday date you've been looking forward to and you have one question on your mind other than "Should I bring a gift?"
What on earth are you going to wear?
Luckily, "Good Morning America" teamed up with Glamour magazine executive fashion editor at large Suze Yalof Schwartz to find the best deals for dresses to rock any occasion.
If you're looking for a high class, but flirty, look, search no further than the party dress, Schwartz said. Adding a big pearl necklace and faux fur stole gives the look a touch of sophistication without dipping into pretention.
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Schwartz said that vintage shopping is one of her favorite fashion pastimes, and for good reason. Just a quick trip to New York's Housing Works and she nabbed a rare dress by Jovani.
"Not only does it pay to hunt for deals with vintage shopping, but you'll have a look that no one else does at the party," Schwartz said.
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Affordable Holiday Party Dresses
Every woman should own an LBD (little black dress), Schwartz said, but there's a time to give it a rest. A little black dress alternative can be another solid color with a classic shape. The look can be changed up with accessories, depending on the event.
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Sometimes there's just not enough time to head home before the day's deliberations turn into the night's festivities.
But Schwartz knows there are some dresses that are perfect for both the office and the party, thanks to a few easy adjustments. A belted cardigan can help with a more conservative look for the day that can be ditched at night and replaced with some shiny jewelry for nighttime sparkle.
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Affordable Holiday Party Dresses
Designer Norma Kamali made a jersey dress for Walmart that can be worn eight different ways, depending on the occasion. It can be worn as a strapless dress, a halter top, with long sleeves or even as a skirt.
"Talk about bang for your buck," Schwartz said.
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