jcpenney dress for women Women's Dresses: Casual, Formal, & Work Styles Lining Material Threaded Pear Women's Amina Bubble

Note: I made (and blogged about) this dress three years ago, and its still one of my favorites

Men's Old West Vicorian Shirt

This is a sweet spot between formal and casual: elevated and put-together, but not as dramatic as black-tie

Lulus - Reinette Mauve Purple Midi Dress $69 Another chic and elegant dress with a more unique wrap/pleated style to elevate it from a regular skirt

The stretch crepe column fit is more form-fitting but still gives you plenty of room and comfort to move around and the jewel-encrusted neckline means you don't need to splurge on extra jewelry

Some pieces are trendy showstoppers, while others are timeless investments that'll be on rotation for years to come