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 [UltraLuxe](/ultraluxe)

 /  28 April 2023  

#  The Best Statement Looks For Summer Events  


Event season calls for elevated luxury fabrics, statement silhouettes and detailed embellishments. From opulent maxi dresses to slick tailoring, here are six looks that will work for occasions from garden parties to weddings – and even the races…  


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  Photography: INDIA HARTFORD DAVIS 

 

 

 

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[Uma Off-The-Shoulder Melton Wool-Blend Midi Dress, £1,780 | Khaite](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Fkhaite%2Fclothing%2Fmidi-dresses%2Fuma-off-the-shoulder-melton-wool-blend-midi-dress%2F1647597291948023), [Giga Earrings, £225 | Cult Gaia](https://cultgaia.com/products/giga-earring-pearl), [Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses, £210 | The Attico](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Fthe-attico%2Faccessories%2Fcat-eye%2Fcat-eye-acetate-sunglasses%2F1647597304852929),  
[Zania 65 Latte Nappa Leather Mules, £525 | Jimmy Choo](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=37501&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimmychoo.com%2Fen%2Fwomen%2Fshoes%2Fmules%2Fzania-65%2Flatte-nappa-leather-mules-ZANIA65NAP080258.html%3Fcgid%3Dwomen-shoes-mules%23start%3D1)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 CONTEMPORARY AND CLASSIC in equal measure, Khaite’s little white Uma dress is a CHIC CHOICE for the season ahead and the perfect example of the brand’s QUIET LUXURY AESTHETIC.  
 

 



 

 

 

 

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 With its BILLOWING skirt, plunging neckline, ruffled hem and voluminous sleeves, this Lanvin gown is a true SHOWSTOPPER.  
 

 



 

 

 

 

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[Cape-Effect Tie-Detailed Ruffled Crepe Dress, £3,220 | Lanvin](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Flanvin%2Fclothing%2Fmaxi-dresses%2Fcape-effect-tie-detailed-ruffled-crepe-dress%2F1647597299304507), [Fabergé Egg Embellished Top Handle Bag, £650 | Simone Rocha at Harvey Nichols](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39654&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveynichols.com%2Fbrand%2Fsimone-rocha%2F551775-faberge-egg-embellished-top-handle-bag%2Fp4501205%2F)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

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[Ubud One-Shoulder Feather-Trimmed Maxi Dress, £1,655 | Taller Marmo at Harvey Nichols](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39654&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveynichols.com%2Fbrand%2Ftaller-marmo%2F557008-ubud-one-shoulder-feather-trimmed-maxi-dress%2Fp4529739%2F)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

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 Magda Butrym – THE BRAND OF THE SEASON – adds a touch of drama to the classic tuxedo with these satin peak lapels and oversized padded shoulders. STYLE IT AS A COMPLETE SUIT for a more directional take.  
 

 



 

 

 

 

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[Oversized Satin-Trimmed Silk &amp; Wool-Blend Blazer, £1,625 | Magda Butrym](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Fmagda-butrym%2Fclothing%2Fblazers%2Foversized-satin-trimmed-silk-and-wool-blend-blazer%2F1647597292187732), [Wool Straight-Leg Pants, £765 | Magda Butrym](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Fmagda-butrym%2Fclothing%2Fwide-leg%2Fwool-straight-leg-pants%2F1647597292187722), [Crystal Cascade Earrings, £315 | Alessandra Rich](https://alessandrarich.com/collections/jewellery-accessories/products/crystal-cascade-earrings-faba2735-j004-001-cry-silver),  
[Cat-Eye Tortoiseshell-Acetate Sunglasses, £260 | Bottega Veneta Eyewear](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.matchesfashion.com%2Fproducts%2FBottega-Veneta-Eyewear-Cat-eye-tortoiseshell-acetate-sunglasses%2509-1413717)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

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 NOTHING SAYS DRAMA quite like this FUCHSIA MINI DRESS by Kika Vargas. The taffeta ruffles and balloon sleeves make it the perfect MIX OF FUN AND FEMININE.  
 

 



 

 

 

 

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[Gina Balloon-Sleeve Taffeta Mini Dress, £395 (was £565) | Kika Vargas](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.matchesfashion.com%2Fproducts%2FKika-Vargas-Gina-balloon-sleeve-taffeta-mini-dress-1518540), [Triple Heart 110 Crystal &amp; Silk-Satin Pumps, £780 | Mach &amp; Mach](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.matchesfashion.com%2Fproducts%2FMACH-%2526-MACH--Triple-Heart-110-crystal-and-silk-satin-pumps-1512752)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

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 This Aje top has a SWEEPING ORGANZA WAVE strap that floats over a fitted bodice – making it THE IDEAL PARTNER for these understated silk Gabriela Hearst trousers.  
 

 



 

 

 

 

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[Orbit Sculptural Pleated Top, £266 | Aje](https://uk.ajeworld.com/products/orbit-sculptural-pleated-top-ivory), [Norman Belted Satin Tailored Trousers, £1,330 | Gabriela Hearst](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.matchesfashion.com%2Fproducts%2FGabriela-Hearst-Norman-belted-satin-tailored-trousers-1512445), [MissDior B4U Triangle Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses, £340 | Dior](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.matchesfashion.com%2Fproducts%2FDIOR-MissDior-B4U-triangle-cat-eye-acetate-sunglasses-1525072)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Photography by* INDIA HARTFORD DAVIS  
  
*Hair &amp; Makeup by* SARAH WHITESIDE  
  
*Talent* CAROLINI @TITANIUM MANAGEMENT  
  
*With thanks to* ASCOT RACECOURSE

 

 

 

 

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