Wed 6 Jun 2007
Prints. Playful or muted, prints add a welcome pop to an outfit. “The look used to be all black, especially for evening. Not at all anymore,” says Rebecca Matthias of Mothers Work. Polka dots, large florals and geometric prints are especially popular.
Color. The brighter, the better. Jewel tones, such as sapphire blue, emerald green and ruby red, are elegant for evening. If feeling bold, wear a dress in such a shade; if not, dabble in those colors by choosing a cropped jacket, clutch or shoes.