Evening wear takes a more casual approach this season as fanciful fabrics collide with the practical. It's a look that's not only modern but works with New Zealanders' general preference for dressing down.
The humble sweatshirt has become the key wardrobe item of the season as designers develop new ways to re-work it with embellishments, graphic motifs and brocade details.
Theory is one label that has garnered a loyal following for its modern take on classics. Their elegant houndstooth print jumper (#1) works just as well over an embellished pencil skirt as it does over a pair of jeans, giving an updated take on a classic print and a reliable wardrobe piece in the process.
Another key casual wardrobe item that is getting the luxe touch is the bomber jacket.
Juliette Hogan's "Johnny Bomber" (#4) is a great alternative to a dinner jacket that can be worn over a T-shirt for a modern take on evening elegance.