Forget the traditional black cocktail dress. Instead, show up and show off in a bolder shade like this fun, flirty, sophisticated number from Maggy London. Pair with heels that are low enough to be comfortable, but high enough to make you feel sexy.

Maggy London dress, $58.90 at Nordstrom.com

Pumps by Prediction for Payless, $19.99 at Payless.com

Jewelry, on sale for $8 at Kohls.com

Bracelet by Subversive for Target, $29.99 at Target.com

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