Formal Vintage Inspired Dress

No centerpiece or ornate cocktail can outshine the beauty of you in this brilliant blue cocktail dress! This satiny frock flaunts a dainty waistline bow, charming back buttons, and sheer stripes that reveal the smooth lining below. Radiant and refined, this fab fit-and-flare will be the delight of your dinner guests, particularly when served with pearly earrings, ankle-strapped pumps, and a shimmering rhinestone hair accessory!

If anything is certain, its that everyone will be asking about your outfit when you wear this cream dress from Ryu. Known for an expression of sophistication and creativity, Ryu has been catering to the modern woman through delicate silhouettes and detailing since 2008. Crafted by hand in small quantities, Ryu's designs, such as this charming frock, always include carefully selected fabric and attention to detail. Explore and define your individuality with this dress' embroidered leaf design, which pairs perfectly with the intricate, semi-sheer cream fabric to create a sophisticated look. Wear this garment with a pair of vintage earrings and some peep-toe heels, and theres no denying that youll look exquisite.

Your limitless love for life - and for style - shimmers for all to see when you enter the party dressed in the barely pink, delicately netted layers of this feminine dress. This sashed, effortlessly pleated gown transforms every formal fete into your own personal fashion fairy tale. Sheer straps touched with twinkling beads match the magical glisten of your smile, golden bracelet, and glitter-encrusted shoes. Delight in the blissful beauty of this dress, and flaunt a carefree ensemble that you cant help but adore!

For tonights event, you knew you wanted a formal dress that would embody a splendorous sense of merriment. The silver-and-gold sequins and beads that make this graceful ivory dress sparkle do just that! Having slid the hidden back zip of this strapless piece up over matching white tights and metallic gold pumps, you offer the most dazzling beauty the nights seen. Secret touches, such as padding and boning at the bow-embellished bust, no-slip tape along a sweetheart neckline, and smooth lining beneath this crepe garment ensure your comfort, while its glimmering trim enhances your gorgeous smile. Catching your reflection as you glide past a window, even you are wowed with your glamorous ensemble!

This dreamy, pastel pink A-line dress is not a figment of your imagination! From the dainty, adjustable shoulder straps to the bright white lace appliques at the empire waistline and hem, the details of this frock create a vision of elegance. This fully lined dress features a lightly padded bust and an extra layer of shimmery organza lining beneath its skirt, which creates a delicate, glimmering effect. Pair this piece with a pearl necklace and white heels, and enjoy a special occasion in ethereal style.

Youve been marking off the days in your calendar for what seems like forever, but now the night youve been waiting for has arrived - you can finally pull this white gown out of your closet and zip into its delicate fabric! Boasting ruched detailing atop the skirt and exquisite embroidery along the bodice and scoop neck, your lined look is sure to create a stunning vision the second you walk in. As you slip your feet into strappy metallic heels and post vintage-inspired pearl earrings in your ears, you cant help but envision how the flowy tulle overlay of your sheer piece will endlessly swirl around you all night, encompassing every step you take. Taking one final glance in the mirror at your enchanting ensemble, you squeal with delight at the ringing of the doorbell - a sound that ...

Black ties arent just for tuxedos any more! Now, you can wear a literal black tie while still donning a party dress to your next elegant affair. This white frock features special details from head to toe that will look lovely with a pair of sparkly earrings, black, patterned tights, and simple, black heels. The strapless, satiny top features subtle pleating to add a hint of enchantment. And underneath the black bow at the waist, layers of tulle gather to create a classic A-line silhouette, blossoming into an extra voluminous hemline to outshine the glamour of a tux any day!

When shes not helping others shine with her haute suggestions, Chelsey, a ModStylist in our Pittsburgh office who is present-ly celebrating her Mod-iversary, is modeling her marvelous taste in timeless pieces like this dazzling formal dress. A tribute to her thoughtful style and sparkling character, this namesake frock, found exclusively at ModCloth, touts a few of Chelseys favorite features, including a classic A-line silhouette, gilded touches throughout its champagne-colored jacquard fabric, and a tiered bow for good - no, great - measure! To create an ensemble that would even charm Chelsey, pair this perfectly posh, fully lined piece with elegant aubergine wedges and a smattering of brilliant bow accessories, then give yourself a glittering manicure to match!

Before you can put your love for this dreamy ivory dress into words, you just know it's pure perfection. Its empire waist features rows of lacy gold-and-white appliques that encircle its bodice, while shimmery metallic thread is speckled throughout this frocks entire sheer overlay. An additional layer of white organza adds fullness to the A-line skirt, creating an elegant masterpiece of a dress. Pair this semi-sheer piece with diamonds and glittery heels to create a look that youll fall in love with, time and time again.

You brought your A-game tonight by arriving in this strappy, shiny party dress! Thin, adjustable spaghetti straps allow you to get a perfect fit in this vanilla-cream fit-and-flare frock. Fully lined and featuring fun pockets, this trimmed, brocade dress boasts beauty in its pure simplicity - it calls only for a gem-covered statement necklace, golden pumps, and a peacock-feather hair accessory to create the elegant drama you seek for every elite occasion.

As the full moon casts its glow on the golden, floral embroidery of your strapless dress, your eyes alight with the knowledge that your gala successfully raised funds, and turned a ballroom into a romantic, wintry wonderland. Just above your lightly padded sweetheart neckline, youve hung a crystalline statement necklace, so now your whole outfit shimmers from your ivory peep toes to your golden, bow headband as you rest on the ballrooms balcony. Smartly placed rhinestones top this stunning dress beige, gilded mesh, catching the light of the moons rays. Layered in silky fabric and voluminous, tendriled netting, the skirt of this fit-and-flare, floral stunner is practically luminous as you savor this sweet moment.

You dont need to study classic cinema to feel like a style icon in this Hollywood-inspired halter dress! With pleats adorning its tied top, cummerbund-like waist, and flowing circle skirt, this sweet, creamy frock will have fashion fans lining up to ask for your autograph! Simply assemble a supporting cast that features a pair of slingback heels opposite bright, pearly earrings, a beaded golden clutch, and a statement ring to match, and youll earn extra credit for elegance when you strut across campus!