mini silk slip dress Spellbound Satin Black tie straps Only Hearts Silk Charmeuse Mini

Cocktail attire usually needs more refined shoes, a small bag, and intentional accessories

Note: A few reviewers said that these could run small, so it wouldn't be a bad idea to size up if you're in between sizes

Many of these can also transition to fall workwear with the addition of a simple cardigan or structured jacket on top

27, 1988.PATRICK RIVIERE, AFP/GETTY IMAGES"It was so beautiful really like an Edwardian dress," says Etherington-Smith of the gown by Catherine Walker.CHRISTIEDiana wore a short, fitted black Christina Stambolian frock that she picked up earlier that day for the annual Serpentine Gallery summer party in 1994

Keep it in a breathable garment bag