shop talk [ fashion ] RED-HoT AccESSoRIES
Lady in Red
Here are three ways to wear a color so timeless and eye-catching that it has its own theme song.
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For those times when you want to stand out, this red jersey silk cocktail dress by Jovani with plunging draped neckline and Swarovski crystal-jeweled collar does the trick. ($320, La Casa Hermosa)
Slightly loose and drape-y, this elegant Tadashi Shoji gown ($388, tadashishoji.com) recalls effortless vintage elegance with an updated cut velvet fabric.
Red doesn’t have to be fire-engine bright to make a statement. The toned-down hue of this red-toblack ombre sequined gown by David Meister ($528, Neiman Marcus, Town Center at Boca Raton) is just as holiday-worthy with its all-over sparkle.
The chili red in this alligator-embossed clutch catches enough attention with its black detailing, but the fun clasp is the conversation starter. ($195, houseofharlow1960.com)
This hand-painted snakeskin Nancy Gonzalez clutch ($1,200, special order, Bergdorf Goodman, 800/5581855) is on our wish list because it’s sleek enough for evening but versatile enough to wear dressed down.
This red suede Britton Ultra pump by Kurt Geiger London ($385, Nordstrom, Town Center) manages to flash a little bling (that’s a gold 4-inch stiletto) while maintaining an upscale look.
SAVE THE DATE
If you liked the cocktail dress on the opening page of the November “Shop Talk,” then don’t miss the chance to see more designs by Tom and Linda Platt at Barbara Katz (2240 N.W. 19th St., Suite 601, Boca Raton), which is hosting trunk shows Dec. 12–13. Call 561/391-1066, ext. 1 for more information.
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NEIMAN’S GIFT
Neiman Marcus Group recently announced that customers will now receive free shipping and returns on domestic purchases online and in stores—all of them. From now on. Who knew Santa gave presents early? december/january 2014