Gala NIGHTS

In the fall, invitations arrive for celebrations, balls and fundraisers galore. These evenings are centered upon a theme and a cause. A level of sophistication sets the tone of it all.

For the gentlemen, a single formal suit can accommodate any black-tie affair. A navy velvet tuxedo is a great update to today’s formal wear.

The ladies may need a bit more variety. She can be haute in pink. Then change it up with some glamour and glitz. Or step out in a charming blossom motif. Try a full skirt and a column dress.

Fortunately, the accessories can carry over from one look to the next.

Please, invest in a shoe that suits you, but not one to distract from the dress. Real or faux, a touch of bijoux hits the final note. So enjoy the champagne and handle the auctions with care.

Allyson Burkhardt is the founder of Let’s Get Dressed! Image & Style Services. Visit heron the web at letsgetdresseddc.com.

FOR HIM

IKE BEHAR

Blake Tuxedo

$695

GOWNS

GALVAN Galaxy Gown

$1,495 | Moda Operandi

SHOSHANNA Paladina High Low Dress

$615 retail | Rent the Runway

LA PETITE ROBE DI CHIARA BONI

Pink Every Gown | $995 | Neiman Marcus

ACCESSORIES

ALLEN EDMONDS

Ambrosio

$425 | JHilburn

TOMASINI

Miura Shoulder Bag

$1,220 | Barneys NY

CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA

Talitha Sandal

$695 | Curio Concept Store, Georgetown

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

Earrings

$350

Saks Fifth Avenue

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Gala NIGHTS

In the fall, invitations arrive for celebrations, balls and fundraisers galore. These evenings are centered upon a theme and a cause. A level of sophistication sets the tone of it all.

For the gentlemen, a single formal suit can accommodate any black-tie affair. A navy velvet tuxedo is a great update to today’s formal wear.

The ladies may need a bit more variety. She can be haute in pink. Then change it up with some glamour and glitz. Or step out in a charming blossom motif. Try a full skirt and a column dress.

Fortunately, the accessories can carry over from one look to the next.

Please, invest in a shoe that suits you, but not one to distract from the dress. Real or faux, a touch of bijoux hits the final note. So enjoy the champagne and handle the auctions with care.

Allyson Burkhardt is the founder of Let’s Get Dressed! Image & Style Services. Visit heron the web at letsgetdresseddc.com.

FOR HIM

IKE BEHAR

Blake Tuxedo

$695

GOWNS

GALVAN Galaxy Gown

$1,495 | Moda Operandi

SHOSHANNA Paladina High Low Dress

$615 retail | Rent the Runway

LA PETITE ROBE DI CHIARA BONI

Pink Every Gown | $995 | Neiman Marcus

ACCESSORIES

ALLEN EDMONDS

Ambrosio

$425 | JHilburn

TOMASINI

Miura Shoulder Bag

$1,220 | Barneys NY

CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA

Talitha Sandal

$695 | Curio Concept Store, Georgetown

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

Earrings

$350

Saks Fifth Avenue

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