Red Carpet Ready

Find the perfect dress for this glamorous awards season

Brittney Baird Fashion & Style

 

Create the ultimate retro look with dresses from Palm Springs’ heyday and fashions from the ’50s to the ’80s at Déjà Vu Vintage Finery. Explore fun ensembles and sought-after period designers, including Nina Ricci and Mr. Blackwell. 664 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-321-6556; www.dejavuroom.com

 

Get ready for a fabulous night out and try on luxury fashion at Escada. Often worn by celebrities, its apparel is characterized by a distinct use of color, print, and detail for timeless sophistication. 73100 El Paseo, Palm Desert.760-773-0025; www.us.escada.com

 

 

From streamlined gowns to gem-encrusted clutches and stilettos, Saks Fifth Avenue carries an extensive selection of designer apparel. Choose from the runway’s best, including Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, and Diane von Furstenberg, among many others. 73555 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-837-9200; www.saksfifthavenue.com

 

H&M carries adorable frocks and sexy evening gowns that look like a million dollars (but at budget prices) and are perfect for every fête. 72840 Hwy. 111, Palm Desert. 760-346-5490; www.hm.com/us

 

Presage — a multibrand boutique carrying Europe’s finest collections from London, Milan, and Paris — caters to all aspects of elegance. Shop for classic eveningwear or bold colors to steal the scene. 73811 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-862-9200; www.presage.com