Charity Case

Evening Sleek
Many designers went dark for fall, but evening gowns with sparkle, embroidery, ornamentation, and color will make you shine at Crystal Charity Ball.

LEFT: Bill Blass taffeta ball skirt worn as dress ($5,000), Linda Bergman tahini pearl necklace ($720), Linda Bergman earrings ($800), and Christian Lacroix heels ($475) available at Neiman Marcus. RIGHT: Elie Saab silk chiffon gown ($8,975), David Yurman turquoise and diamond drop necklace ($3,400), and David Yurman earrings ($2,000) available at Neiman Marcus.

LEFT: Reem Acra beaded dress ($5,885), Cassin fox fur wrap ($1,125), Ippolita garnet earrings ($420), and Christian Lacroix heels ($475) available at Neiman Marcus. RIGHT: Murad silk chiffon dress ($4,650) and Dolce & Gabbana leopard-print heels ($550) available at Neiman Marcus. David Rodriguez Fox shrug ($6,720) available at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Cowgirl Chic
Western wear is a key trend this season, which bodes well for Cattle Baron’s Ball-goers. From pretty prairie skirts to updated leather, the traditional cowgirl get-up gets a boost just in time for the big event.

LEFT: Frankie B. western shirt ($135), Serena Kay skirt ($385), Liberty boots ($1,715), and Lost Art turquoise necklace ($17.50) available at Cowboy Cool. Arthur Porter belt ($350) available at Dallas Fashion Incubator. RIGHT: Free People button-down shirt ($70), Lost Art tan leather pant ($3,000), citrine pendant ($12.50), JS butterfly tan boots ($1,025), and Bullrider straw hat ($50) available at Cowboy Cool.

LEFT: Murad top sold with dress ($4,975) available at Neiman Marcus. Lost Art black suede feather frill pant ($12,500) and Zorro camel boots ($1,010) available at Cowboy Cool. RIGHT: Lost Art camel deer-suede wrap ($2,000), Agate camel suede necklace ($17.50), Shady Brady felt and suede hat ($110), and Old Gringo boots ($425) available at Cowboy Cool. An For Me jean with detail ($560) available by calling 469-835-9586.