Damsel in a Dress

The dress is a one-piece wardrobe wonder, and this season it is showing up in many eye-catching styles, including empire and drop waist, bias cut, tea length, and wrap. In this festive frock by J. Mendel, a hand-painted tulle petticoat peeks out from under coral silk pleats. The burst of color will make you stand out in a crowd at that gallery opening, charity function, or night of dinner and dancing. Slip on some heels in a complementary color, and you’re ready to paint the town.

Ainsley is wearing a silk dress by J. Mendel ($8,500/800-JMENDEL), gold and chalcedony drop necklace by Jane Elizabeth ($340/Studio Sebastian), gold mesh bracelet (stylist’s own), and Dolce & Gabbana yellow peep-toe heels ($420/Studio Sebastian).

 Photo: Larry Travis 

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