A Night to Remember: 4 Dresses for Your Next Event

Irresistible materials like luminous silk and tactile sequins elevate familiar wardrobe elements into event-ready silhouettes that are infused with versatility and ease.

Inspired by ‘90s style icons, such as slip dresses and bomber jackets, Silk Laundry’s collections blend effortless sensuality with an innate femininity and timeless style. The Full Sleeve Bias Dress is no exception.

The new ‘Hot Lips’ print brings the slinky silhouette to life and takes inspiration from ‘psychotria elata’; a rare flower nicknamed ‘hot lips’ with bright red leaves, ‘lips' that attract pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies.

Creative director Katie Kolondinski writes, “I knew it was rare, and I may not see it but after five days of walking in the Amazon, I stumbled upon it in disbelief. From there, the collection was born – a marvel at nature’s harmony and resilience.”

The pure silk Full Sleeve Bias Dress, cut on the bias, forms a flattering drape and natural stretch that showcases a round neckline, full-length sleeves, and a low scoop back. Style yours with a bright red lipstick.

Bathed in the golden hour’s magical glow, the softly structured silhouette of Bird & Knoll’s Cecci Dress is an absolute standout piece. It is the perfect amalgamation of the Australian label’s commitment to guaranteed comfort and style, resulting in a balance of form and femininity that is divine yet empowering.

Cut in a relaxed shape from cooling cotton poplin, the Cecci Dress is framed by gently puffed short sleeves enhanced by a floaty, tiered A-line skirt. Always sure to embrace a subtle pragmatism, this piece is endowed with concealed side pockets and can be pulled on easily without any fussy zippers derailing your style.

Nothing says after-dark glamour quite like feathers, sequins and satin and DAY Birger et Mikkelsen’s Quincy dress combines all three. With the added sensation of monochrome the “all-black” look is a verified and automatic cool-girl vibe.

The classic midi dress silhouette with a slinky satin body is framed by textured sleeves–adorned with sequins and faux feathers for a delightfully tactile and high-society finish.

If you need to make maximum impact in minimum time, Quincy is your sartorial saviour. Easily thrown on with a pair of tights and a pointed slingback, accent the shimmering sequins with metallic earrings–gold or silver, take your pick.

One look at the Toya Maxi Dress and you can instantly understand POL’s desire to create clothing that is modern, unique, and eminently wearable.

An elevated iteration of the classic shirtdress with subtle, contemporary details, is admirably achieved by employing a cut from crisp cotton poplin resulting in a relaxed, floaty shape. This modish look is enhanced by the waist gathering with an elasticated panel that flatters and highlights your natural waistline.

Offset the classic design with statement-making chunky jewellery.