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What to Wear to a Cocktail Party

By Kori Ellis, About.com

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How to Accessorize a Cocktail Dress

Nanette Lepore 'Midnight' Minidress

Nanette Lepore 'Midnight' Minidress

Courtesy of Nordstrom
If you have found the perfect cocktail dress but aren't sure what to wear with it, here are some terrific suggestions. With these shoes, bags and other accessories you can get glamorous with crystals, jewelry and other glitzy details. Pull up you hair, add a glossy red lipstick and you will be the highlight of the party.

This Nanette Lepore cocktail dress (Buy Direct) is available at Nordstrom for about $300.

For a more affordable option, turn to Forever 21 (Visit Their Site) where you can find a variety of cute cocktail dresses for under $30.

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