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Choosing the right cocktail dress starts with exploring silhouettes that highlight your best features while providing comfort and balance

This is probably the least fancy dress on the list, but it's also a great display of college party wear and a taste of Elena's evolving everyday style

No side-eyes

Leaving long, thick hair cascading straight down the back completely obscures the defining feature of the dress, rendering the backless design visually muted and pointless

Amsale floral embroidered cape, $550, Amsale Plaid is an ever-popular choice for rustic and fall weddings

Sure to shine for homecoming, prom, or other semi-formal events, this short party dress is a real head-turner