Red is always a hot choice in evening gowns. This sexy, simple gown from Alberto Makali is perfect for a special night out.

It features an asymmetrical cowl neck, black trim and banded waist. I think this gown would be ideal for bridesmaids in an evening wedding. You can get this red jersey gown right now at Neiman Marcus for $470.
Check out this beautiful gown and the rest of the Alberto Makali collection.
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This adorable dress from the Badgley Mischka Platinum Label features a velvet top and full silk organza skirt. It’s a very flirty choice with its sweetheart neckline and beaded empire waist.

Though it’s not full-length, you could definitely wear this velvet-top dress to a formal occasion. You can get it right now at Neiman Marcus for $895.
Add a pair of embellished high heel sandals or black satin slingbacks and you will look fantastic.
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Sleek, simple and sophisticated, this purple gown from the Ralph Lauren Collection features a one-shoulder design and a sexy side split.

With purple one of the hottest colors of fall, you will certainly garner a lot of attention in this dress. If you are looking for a hot evening gown, the Leighton dress is a fantastic choice. You can order it now from Neiman Marcus for just under $2,500. Wear it with a pair of silver or black sandals and very simple jewelry – perhaps just a pair of diamond drop earrings.
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I love the lacy, see-through hem on this shimmering black cocktail dress.

It’s available in sizes 0 to 18 when you shop online at elegantmart.com.  They ship worldwide.
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The colorfade look is in style right now, with either two colors fading into each other, or gradational tones of one color fading in and out of darker to lighter shades.  Here are two examples:
1. Carmen Marc Valvo Collection Ombre Chiffon Halter Cocktail Dress (This white and gray designer dress from Bloomingdale’s is currently around $600.)

2. Ombre Georgette Tank Dress (A little more affordable at just under $80 from MetroStyle.  FYI, tiered ruffles and transparent overlays are also in style right now, both of which can be seen on this dress.)

Both Bloomingdale’s and MetroStyle ship to the United States and its territories.
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The classic design and red carpet color of  this long red formal dress are worthy of a celebrity.

But you don’t have to be a celebrity to buy it or to afford it when you shop for formal dresses online at loralie.com.  It’s currently under $200 and comes in sizes 2 through 16.
Loralie ships worldwide.  For even more bargains, see their sale rack.
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The sheer overlay, pleated look, and empire waist on this dressy black plus size dress are all current trends.
 
Wear it with these shiny, black slingbacks.  If you have wide feet, see their wide width shoes and extra wide width shoes sections.

Want some luxurious jewelry to top the whole thing off, but at prices you can afford?  Try this cubic zirconia ring (looks MUCH more expensive than it really is) and these equally luxurious looking platinum CZ earrings.
  
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Get the look of pure luxury in this silk metallic dress.

This dress has a classic stylish sophistication about it.  Get it at Spiegel’s online store, which ships worldwide.  See their clearance section, too, where you can get everything from home decor to fashionable clothing, shoes, etc.  If you like yellow and/or black, you’ll want to see their Spring 2008 Signature Collection.  To find out your fashion style (glamorous? sophisticated? chic?), take their Style Quiz.
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Sheer netting overlies charmeuse in this short sequin Bari Jay dress.

Get it at the online clothing store, Prom Girl, for about 40% off of retail, and pair it with these towering black platform heels.

They ship worldwide.  Prom Girl has a lot of stylish items to choose from, including Celebrity Dresses, Club Wear, Plus Sizes, and Accessories.
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You don’t really think of there being anything elegant about a mart, but ElegantMart is just that — an online store full of elegant women’s clothing, including this long dress in coral (although it looks pink to me in this picture).  This formal dress also comes in red and two different shades of blue.
 
I like the rhinestone detailing on the front of the bodice, and I love the way the train flows from the straps on the back.
For beautiful bargain dresses, see their Dresses Under $100 section.
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