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Pleated Taffeta Ball Skirt

Dressy Skirts

01/03/2017

Separates take evening clothes farther. Change blouses/sweaters and accessories for a fresh, different look.

Warm Color

pink-red

Left: J. Crew Dante Ruffled Duchesse-Satin Skirt – Rather sassy. Seriously pink satin with a ruffled hem. Fully lined polyester. Concealed hook and zipper closure at back.  $275.00

Right: Diane von Furstenberg Glimmer Lace Pencil Skirt – Low key but dressy. Satin band sits at the natural waist of floral lace skirt. Fitted silhouette. Scalloped hem. Cotton/nylon/ viscose. Lining, polyester/spandex. $328.00  (also black/gold)

Warm Color at Length

red

Left: Noir Sachin & Babin Lexington Satin Maxi Skirt – Sophisticated, but not at all stiff. Lush papaya color. Fluted, longer back hem. Concealed hook and zipper closure at back. Polyester/silk. 56% off at $217.80

Right: Amore Maxi Tulle Prom Skirt in Red – Eminently festive. 4-layered soft maxi tulle skirt with removable satin band on waist. Fully Lined polyester. Sale $59.42

Two Blues

blue

Left and Center: Milly Satin Bow-Back Skirt – Ready to dance. Fluid  skirt. Sits high on waist with sash and tie back. Soft ruffles fall from hip to hem. Silk with polyester/ spandex lining. Almost 1/3 off at $312.00

Right: Noir Sachin & Babi Salma Embellished High Low Maxi Skirt – Gorgeous color, distinctive silhouette. Satin-twill. Pleated, front slit pockets, black print and sequin embellishments, asymmetric hem. Concealed hook and zipper closure at side. Polyester/silk. Lined. 60% off at $318.00

Black Alternatives

black

Left: Black Sequin Skirt – Practical, packable, all occasion skirt with elastic waist. Pull-on style, unlined. Polyester/elastane. Sale $53.40

Right: Alexis Marcello Ruffle-Front Lace Midi Skirt – Understated femininity. High rise; sits above the natural waist. Ruffle trim down front. Fitted through thighs. Back zipper closure. Nylon/cotton/rayon/spandex. Lined. $462.00

Ball Skirts (it’s just a name)

long

Left: Eliza J. Cascade Ball Skirt – Navy Blue. Hostess or “event.” Swishes softly. Satin shine elegantly drapes with faux-wrap. Side zipper closure. Side-seam pockets! Lined polyester. (Also red) $248.00

Right: Pleated Taffeta Ball Skirt – Black. Dress it up or wear it with a denim jacket. Pleated ball skirt sits at the waist. Side zipper; hook-and-eye closure. Fully lined with tulle hem. Polyester /nylon/spandex. Machine washable! Never goes out of style. $160.00

Opening

Left: Sheer Flounce Maxi Skirt – Fun! Woven maxi skirt featuring sheer flounce layers with satin trim, a satin mini underlayer, and a hidden back zipper. (Also available in white) Lined polyester. $45.00

Center: Litkovskaya Green Frayed Tropic Midi Skirt – An original design for the confident and artful. Crisp shimmering satin. Smooth patchwork with frayed hems. Fitted waistband. Double welt pockets. Embroidered floral pattern. Iridescent finish. Frayed edges. Slits at front and back. Zipper fastening at back. Hook and eye closure. Midi A-line skirt. Unlined. 100% polyester. Sale $177.00

Right: Marvel Print Full Skirt – This is one is a collection of unique print, kicky skirts. Cotton. Choose 19″ or 24″ long. Does NOT come with the petticoat. $48.14

The items featured in this article have been chosen by the editors of Woman Around Town simply because we like them and think you may, too. No advertising fees have been paid to Woman Around Town for this article.