I’ve been invited to a swanky event this weekend, with the dress code specified as “Daytime Summer Glamour”.
But what exactly does that mean?! (And more importantly, can I have a new dress for the occasion?!)
After giving it some thought, I decided that daytime summer glamour style calls for:
- bold floral prints
- black and white
- solid jewel colours
- lace
- fitted dresses
- full skirts
Though preferably not all at once 😉 .
Heels, a clutch and jewellery are all that are needed to complete a glam, polished look.
Daytime summer glamour is quite distinct from evening wear, which is much more likely to conjure up thoughts of little black dresses, sequins and sparkle.
A quick virtual trawl of some of my fave clothing stores revealed these beauties currently available, any of which would be a great choice …
Bold Floral Prints
Loving the sweetheart neckline and vivid blue in this little number by Crossroads, $69.95.
Black and White
There’s a reason that black and white is a classic – it always looks smart! This full skirted number is $69 at Target.
Solid Jewel Colours
Soft sheer chiffon swing dress in emerald green with jewelled neckline, $69.95 at Katies.
Lace
Coral lace shift dress from Target, $59.
Fitted lace dress in aubergine, from H&M Australia, $49.95. Both of these lace dresses would look perfect with nude accessories.
Fitted Dresses
A little bit of ruching, a bold floral and bright colours make this dress a winner in my book! It’s from Crossroads, $64.95.
Full Skirts
Nothing says “daytime summer glamour” like a retro style dress with a full skirt, like this ladylike number. It’s from Timeless by Vannessa Tong, $80.
It’s a Secret!
As to what I will actually be wearing – ssshhhh, that’s a secret! However I will drop just ONE hint – it comes from one of the stores listed on this page.
But other than that, you’ll just have to check my Instagram and Facebook over the weekend to find out 😉 .
Which one of these dresses would you be most likely to choose for a special daytime event?!
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