There’s something in the air of late. A joyous, harmonious spirit has been looming, signifying celebrations, indulgence, and new beginnings. Brace yourselves, as the Christmas soirées, holiday parties, and lavish fêtes begin to roll in. Be it that magical rooftop party or a rager of a year-end bash, the excitement quickly turns to the inevitable sartorial conundrum of not knowing what to wear. On the bright side however, a holiday rendezvous calls for pulling out all the stops. As the invitations soar in, here comes the season’s most coveted guest uniform: party dresses. A must-have to own for its simple ease of slipping into, especially on days when you’re looking to add some character and pizzazz sans the effort.
Depending on the dress code of your destination, what you choose to wear could range from a sparkly sequin frock to a flirty mini. After all, a great party dress is meant to do all the heavy lifting for you. And you don’t have to look very far at all. It’s no secret that Southeast Asian designers have taken the fashion world by storm. Brimming with rich tactile culture and remarkably thoughtful designs, the regional fashion landscape has earned its footing for bringing forth fresh perspectives, exquisite craftsmanship, and a strong sense of identity. From household names like Grace Ling to celebrity-approved labels like Fancì Club and Self Portrait, the list runs the gamut. To that end, wearing their ensembles during the festive season feels just right, a prime opportunity to support our vibrant creative community.
So get ready to dial up the drama with no-holds-barred. Below, find Vogue Singapore’s edit of must-have party dresses from Southeast Asian designers to covet now.
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Self Portrait silver gradient sequin midi dress, $900
Available at Self Portrait.
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Stolen Stories Ms. tutu V neck mini dress, $837
Available at Stolen Stories.
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Lisa Von Tang slate grey silk mandarin-button cut-out mini dress, $590
Available at Lisa Von Tang.
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In Good Company tri acetate opera dress, $339
Available at In Good Company.
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Self Portrait olive rhinestone embellished maxi dress, $1,030
Available at Self Portrait.
