Does anyone know what casually elegant attire is? My dh, who never wants to go anywhere for New Years, suddenly decided that we are going to a party given by one of his old classmates. We've gotten the invitation every year for the past 4-5 years and he has never wanted to go.
I've tried on everything in my closet that would be even remotely suitable, and about 4 outfits made it over the hips and thighs. (I almost got stuck in one dress!) I don't want to go shopping for this event and I'd prefer wearing something comfy. I'm not a fan of revealing my skin much. Anyone have any ideas?

By Kaye on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 - 07:22 pm:

I think casually elegant to mean black pants and a shiny, fancy top. Target always has stuff that would fit that catagory pretty cheap.

By Annie2 on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 - 07:25 pm:

I agree with Kaye.

By Tink on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 - 08:14 pm:

That's what I'm wearing to the NYE party we're going to. I've got black slacks, a midnight blue satin cami with some lace edging and a pair of strappy heeled sandals. I think it can be as comfy as you'd like. Cute flats, a sparkly sweater and a pair of slacks with some "give" can be just as comfortable as what you'd wear around the house.

By Enchens on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 - 12:56 am:

Thanks for your help, ladies.

By Karen~moderator on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 - 07:58 am:

Ditto the others. Black pants are the fail-safe option, and a dressy/sparkly top is festive, and can actually go either way - from casual to dressy to formal, depending on how you accessorize, or even your frame of mind. Now the fashion is to wear metallic/sparkly shoes and tops with jeans to dress them up. So I'd think if you went with black pants and a sparkly top, you'd be dressed perfectly.

By Reds9298 on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 - 09:27 am:

Ditto Kaye and others. Good luck and have fun!

By Dawnk777 on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 - 02:11 pm:

That's why I like going to my friend's house for NYE. I can' wear whatever I like. A strappy dress and strappy sandals, just doesn't appeal to me, since I live in WI, and it's cold at night! Makes me shiver just to think about it!