ACNE (Sweden) Draped Little Black Dress

ACNE’s playfully elegant line is defined by a signature bold-yet- never-trying-too-hard aesthetic.

Taking the staple little black dress, the label puts its artful yet modern spin on with a draped overlay. A little bit form-fitting yet totally effortless to wear, this style will let you shine both at work and that upcoming cocktail fete.

(RRP US$400 / £290)

One dress, multiple ways to style.

BY MALENE BIRGER (Copenhagen) Draped Mini Dress

Light and comfortable to wear, this By Malene Birger mini dress features a v-neckline and is gathered in the centre of the back to create fluid, elegant folds which cascade down your back.

Slip it on with flats for casual lunch dates in the city or sightseeing on vacation, or dress it up for evening with sexy heels/ankle boots.

Alternatively, layer the mini over skinny jeans, adding gold jewellery for a touch of subtle sparkle.

Don't forget to tie your hair up to show off the back detail.

(RRP £145 / €204.95)

BY MALENE BIRGER

Danish designer Malene Birger had already had great success with the brand Day Birger et Mikkelsen (established with then partner Keld Mikkelsen) prior to launching her own line By Malene Birger in 2003. Since then, the design-focused label has gone from strength the strength, with Ms Birger picking up numerous awards and being crowned ‘fashion queen of Copenhagen’ by MTV Europe.

Good enough for royalty: Fans of By Malene Birger (Top, L to R) Princess Marie of Denmark, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, and Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton.

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Draped-Front Tunic Dress

A well-tailored sheath dress is a timeless classic -- but there is no reason you can’t update the details. 3.1 Phillip Lim hides a zip closure under a fabric overlay at the front, and the result is a fresh, figure-friendly take on a wardrobe staple.
Layer a cute cardi over this draped frock, and it doubles as office attire -- but tonight you’ve playfully paired it with killer heels and statement earrings for a flawlessly sassy outfit!
(RRP US$525 / €419)

ALLSAINTS SPITALFIELDS (London) Deconstructed Dress

Complicated in its simplicity, this zip-through dress by AllSaints Spitalfields speaks the mellifluous language of edgy style. Made from durable and super-comfy Lyocell fabric and featuring the British label’s signature deconstructed silhouette, the look is romantically modern and ultimately fresh. Just slip on heels or ankle boots, and add pops of colour with bangles and rouge lipstick for a stunning after-dark ensemble that showcases your unique perspective!
(RRP £150.00)

BCBG MAX AZRIA RUNWAY One-Shoulder Pleated-Overlay Dress

Hello there. Are you plumbing the depths of the Earth in order to find the perfect fancy-time frock? Does spotting a gorgeous dress that's worthy of your next special occasion feel like striking sartorial gold? Look no further -- this stunner, from the BCBG Runway collection, will cause all jaws to drop and all eyes to widen - in envy and awe.
Enjoy the majesty of the sexy one-shoulder, the glamourous draping and the gorgeous lace as you float through the room while your fellow party-goers wonder why it is they can't keep their eyes off you ;-)
(RRP US$398)

BCBG MAX AZRIA Strapless Draped Dress

Wearing BCBG Max Azria’s ravishing Runway Strapless Draped Dress, 'farm girl' turned country songstress & bona fide glamour-puss Carrie Underwood shows that she can turn on the glitz even without cowboy rhinestones.
With a sophisticated asymmetrical drape across the body, a flattering sweetheart neckline & an easy shape, this is the dress in which you too can assuredly & comfortably portray a portrait of a certified star.
*Also available in black.

VANESSA BRUNO Belted Scarf Dress

Ahhh, Fall clothes are trickling in (already!), & we couldn’t be more excited to see what Vanessa Bruno (one of our secret favourite designers!) has to offer.
This season, the designer exchanged her signature sweet lightness for a darker, urban-warrior vibe. (Indeed, for AW2009, the “masculine female” silhouette, inspired by ancient battlefields & the military, is making a strong comeback with power & pride.)
Fortunately, Bruno did not forget what her loyal fans love & has slipped in brighter “ethereal” pieces like this as well.
With its exquisite tailoring & splendid tumbling of waves (drapery is also on trend for Fall), the belted scarf dress in luxe crêpe de Chine defines effortless & wearable chic -- a piece you'll particularly like to find hanging in your closet.
As modeled by Estonian beauty Kelli Lumi on the Vanessa Bruno runway.
(Comes in 2 colours.)