Few of life’s celebrated moments happen spontaneously. It might be an anniversary or a birthday or even just a reunion among friends. Yet what ever the occasion , you should dress like it means something. Usually an invitation arrives weeks, if not days before the event. And even if you only have a couple of hours to toast the event you should be prepared.

It’s such fun getting dressed for a full or formal dinner. Take full advantage of a formal dinner, where you can parade the fine art of structured glamorous look. Take your time preparing for a formal dinner party. Don’t leave getting ready to the last minute.

But seriously , formality is a dying art form in this hectic world we live in enchanting and refreshing to embody grace and propriety now and then.  Sometimes a special event doesn’t call for a ball gown. But it does necessitate something special, even pretty, and pretty doesn’t have to mean sweet, or even old fashioned. Delicate fabrics can come off with strong sophistication  very much like this White dress from Donna Karan.