long silky black dress Verlaine Satin Maxi 39 inches or 90 Honey Black Maxi Dress -

Exeter (pictured below), who not only dished about stylish advice for her well dressed peers, but who appeared on the cover the magazine not once, but twice (see this great piece from the Guardian's Invisible Woman fashion over 40 style blog for more on the history of this chic mid-age and mid-century lady)

Made from Rivendell Green Spandex Velvet, silver sparklies, and floaty organza, this (like the Bloodred Version) is TWO beautiful dresses

This dress is made from a baby pink fabric with a twisted front detail and side cut-outs that create a body-mapped, layered look

Holiday Lights Add small amounts of sparkle or pearl or gold embellishments to even the simplest holiday party outfits via these drop earrings, beaded necklaces, and hair bows