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If ever you needed an excuse to wear vintage fashion, what better way to show off your attire than to attend one of the numerous vintage and retro events that are organised across the country, and indeed abroad. Vintage and retro fairs are popping up in the blink of an eye, swing balls are held in beautiful dance halls, and vintage tea rooms offer a colourful and authentic setting for an afternoon scone. In New York, the annual Jazz Age Lawn Party is held where the guests dress up in 1920s fashions, dance and browse the various stalls for all the fabulous one of a kind vintage treasures to be had.

It now seems that everyone is enjoying the romance and fantasy of bygone eras... and why wouldn't they? Wearing vintage clothing and vintage accessories is an exciting way to channel the feel of an era through its fashion to the present day. The history and culture of the time is almost woven into the garments, which means that vintage fashion is not only about the look, it's about the story and history behind the fabric. The roaring twenties marked a period of prosperity and new opportunities for women: they were given the right to vote, many started working and women were able to compete for the first time in Olympic field events. The 1960s saw Audrey Hepburn starring in classics such as Breakfast at Tiffany's and My Fair Lady. The iconic black Givenchy dress that she wore in the former is said to have been auctioned off for a massive £410,000 recently. So when people buy vintage fashion, they are not only interested in the garment itself, they want to feel that they own a piece of the story that it embodies.

Wearing vintage clothing and accessories is also a great way to experiment and use your fashion know-how to create a fabulous outfit. No amount of high street and department store shopping can compare with the joy of coming across a fabulous vintage gem. Nowadays it is often thought that new is best, and although this may be the case with technology, it is certainly not true of vintage fashion. After browsing through an array of colourful garments, each completely different from the last, you'll soon find the exquisite piece that is perfect for you. Once you've converted to vintage fashion, there is no going back. Or should that be forward?

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Is it party time?

Are you all excited and just can't wait for the party to get started?

Have you decided what to wear?

Making a call on your outfit for a party is always a challenge. We women want to look beautiful, unique and simply the best. And, if we get to have our way, we also want to be the centre of everybody's attention and envy by sporting an ensemble that blows everybody's mind away.

So what are you wearing to the next party?

Cocktail Dresses

Some trends never go out of style. Cocktail dresses have been in vogue for as long as we can remember and they'll probably continue to grace our feminine appeal for a long time. So how about wearing a cocktail dress to this party and putting your best foot... oops, dress... forward?

Let's take a look at the Top 8 Cocktail Dresses for 2013 and get this party started.

1. Floral Print Dress

A floral print dress, the rage during summers, is perfect for every season and every occasion. Elegance, charm, beauty and appeal are what a floral cocktail dress brings to your look. The best part about cocktail dresses is that you will never run out of color, pattern and design options.

2. Embroidered Bodice Dresses

Lost weight recently and want to flatter your torso? Embroidered cocktail dresses are the perfect way to draw attention to your neckline and waistline. These dresses also make you look elegant and charming at the same time.

3. The Little Red Dress

Red stands for flirty, fun and sexy. You can never go wrong with red at a party. A red dress will double your appeal and make you one of the hottest guests at the party. So if there are any ex-boyfriends in the guest list, you now know what color to wear.

4. Bow Back Dresses

We go all out to make sure we look great from the front. We choose patterns that flatter our necklines and waistlines, floral and lace detailing that enhances the front of the dress and other such patterns. But now it's time to show off that sexy back at this party and what better way to do so than with a bow back cocktail dress?

5. Sequined Skater Dress

Do you want to doll up for this party? Go for a skater dress in a light pastel shade and your mission will be accomplished. To add that extra charm to your dress, go in for a patterned torso design with a sequined skater dress.

6. Color Block Dresses

Color block dresses are great for an office party. They have an air of professional elegance to them that is difficult to miss.

7. Cross Back Dresses

Show off that sexy back and your sultry figure in an appealing cross back dress. The party just got many degrees hotter.

8. Striped Dresses

Stripes are huge in 2013. Pick your favorite color for an elegant, yet funky striped dress and take pride in being the most fashionable soul at the party

Are you ready to rock the party? With these 8 cocktail dresses, being the centre of everybody's attention is not a distant dream anymore.

For more information regarding Cocktail Dresses please contact us at Herve Leger