ivory shirt dresses TWP Women's Jenny's Gown in Ladder Weave Linen - Viscose/spandex Ivory Multi Floral Print Midi

**If you know your neck to cuff (F to C), you can use that as well

Parkers de la Renta debut was at the 2000 Emmy Awards wearing a ballerina-inspired dress

Shoes deserve real thought, since a cocktail event involves a great deal of standing and movement, so a refined block or kitten heel that you can comfortably wear for hours beats a delicate stiletto that becomes painful

Swap the honey for maple syrup and team with kale, blue cheese, apples and walnuts (as in this Maple Kale Salad)

One shoulder, sleeveless details

Once youve determined these practical considerations, pick a look that makes you feel both stunning and at ease