long sleeve cocktail dress Sequins Short is framed by long sleeves and a chic high neckline Vinelle Long Sleeve Mini Dress

Below, well walk you through the latest trends in after-party dresses, why bridal sneakers are the must-have wedding shoe of 2025, and how to create a look thats as comfortable as it is chic

It's become a running joke in my house that if you leave your food unattended for more than 5 seconds, I'll probably put Green Goddess Dressing on it

On your feet, go with strappy lowblock heelseasier to manage on staircases and when the ship sways softly

A fake leather jacket doesnt earn a patina, it wears out and flakes

You could also opt for a darker wash on the denim jacket now that were heading into fall/winter, but this was all I had so I went for it (and I still think the light wash works!) As for the shoes, I traded in my white block heels for these caramel, suede ankle booties which instantly take this look from summer to fall