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In our first showcase from the 2015 Valentino Gala, we highlighted bold colors and animal prints. Now, let’s dive into our favorite elegant black-tie looks from the event.
Contrasting Colors
Want to know how to rock black and white in the evening and stand out? Look no further. This guest paired her black and white dress with a stunning embellished red clutch and green heels that really pop. The contrasting accessories and not-so-subtle jewelry balance beautifully with her romantic dress. She looks effortlessly show-stopping.
Embellished Looks
Lisa Falcone, a regular on society pages, showcased a glowing complexion to complement her gold-embellished dress. It’s a prime example of choosing a dress that highlights your best features – in her case, her toned arms.
Evening Pants
It was refreshing to see pants amidst the sea of dresses. We loved her statement necklace, bold red lip, and jeweled flats.
Classic and Chic
Sometimes, simple and classic wins the day. A flattering black gown paired with a striking bracelet and a matching clutch pulled this look together perfectly.
Bold Red Lips
Linda Fargo, pictured with Valentino ambassador Carlos Sousa, showed us once again how to wear a bold lip tastefully. Her chic approach to black and white, featuring a highly desirable coat, was on point.
Black and Blue
Dame Joan Collins combined textures like large sequins and fur beautifully, showing us how to mix blue and black seamlessly. Her jeweled pumps were also a lovely touch.
Lace
Evelyn Lauder wore a lace dress that was both flattering in cut and length, and it paired perfectly with statement chandelier earrings.
Eye-Catching Touches
Julia Koch brought life to a black dress with a heavy texture that made it stand out even among longer gowns. Her statement peep-toe heels and coordinating clutch were the perfect finishing touches.
Vintage Inspired Touches
Another attendee added texture and color to a black, body-flattering dress using vintage-inspired elements, illustrating once again the importance of selecting the perfect dress for your body shape.
Which of these looks is your favorite for a gala?