These Fancy-Schmancy Party Dresses Will Put You in the Holiday Mood

So, you got invited to one of those fancy New Year's Eve parties where you'll need a really great dress. You're looking for something that feels sophisticated but sexy: perhaps a silk slip with a ruffle here or a lace panel there. If you've graduated from casual get-togethers to soirées, we're at your service.

Read on to shop luxe-looking pieces at a range of price points. You'll definitely fall in love with some of the silhouettes ahead that cost a pretty penny. But hey, think of the investment as a gift to yourself. There's no denying you'll get plenty of wear out of any of these floor-sweeping gowns, evening-appropriate minis, and lavish jumpsuits.