There’s only one night a year that amasses fashion’s most notable aficionados for an evening that celebrates the art of haute couture to proceed months of an awe-worthy exhibition. This year, the Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art paid homage to two of the fashion industry’s preeminent designers: Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada. As thousands scurried to fashion sites to see what fashion’s front runners wore to the Costume Institute Gala; the more pressing question is: What will you wear to Manhattan’s and the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s famed exhibition?

Elsa Schiaparelli was a salient designer during the Art Deco era in the ’20s and ’30s, and Miuccia Prada is one of the most powerful names in fashion today.  The two fashion mavens are known for intriguing cognitive tradition and advancing the boundaries in fashion, albeit in entirely dissimilar eras, and the exhibit discloses their comparable and esthetic approaches.

As seen on the SS12 runways, glistening fabrics are on our fashion radar this season and pushing the envelope. Significantly, an emulation of the craft of Schiaparelli and Prada would only be obligatory at such exhibition. But where better than Rent the Runway solve your clothing conundrum?

Whenever you find yourself on the pierce of a fashion dilemma, the solution successfully lies with Rent the Runway.

Rent the Runway thoughtfully selects pieces to consistently solve the moments ciphering through your closet and once acknowledged, your interest will be piqued with their noteworthy collection of dresses.

Badgley Mischka’s Sparkle in the Sky Dress will invariably make a brilliant choice for Manhattan’s most buzz worthy soiree.  The silhouette is modest while the cream lace with sequins, V neckline and tie waist with embellishment is a bit daring. The result adds just the right amount of luxury and his eye-catching sequin sheath will assuredly ignite a sartorial revolution. Punctuate some flair, and add an Alexis Bittar Gilded Lucite Bangle to accent this chic look.

One of the great graces of Ports 1961’is Hearts Aflutter Dress is that it’s the idealized canvas for statement accessories. The detailing of the dress will stun on-lookers with its every sway of its silver metallic belt at waist. While you can always opt for a bright bag or de luxe pair of heels, make the decision to add an awe-worthy bracelet and earrings for an elegant and sophisticated ensemble. Compliment this dress with modish pieces like Cara Accessories’ Icy Steps Bracelet and Badgley Mischka’s Chandelier Bow Earrings.

In a world full of sartorial uncertainty, you can always depend on one garment: Tibi’s Odetta Cloud Dress. If you’re searching for a ladylike look, you’ll become completely smitten over this prim ensemble. The assemblage of a demure silhouette and ivory silk palette make for a tastefully opulent look. This dress would go great with pair of Kate Spade’s Kate Chandelier Earrings, imbuing the fashion scene with a touch of panache.

 


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