Today is Chinese New Year with 2018 marking the Year of the Dog! Much like our loveable companions, those born during the Year of the Dog are characterized by a strong sense of loyalty, honesty, sincerity, an overall friendly nature, and a desire to help others (great traits to have in a spouse, if we do say so ourselves).

Australian designer, Suzanne Harward, is a pioneer in the Australian bridal and ready-to-wear fashion world. This season, the couture house is introducing the limited-edition Havana Gown

Every July, the streets of Paris are booming with style as the Fall/Winter Haute Couture fashion shows take center stage. For this season, haute couture designers like Alberta Ferretti, Atelier Versace, Dior, Ulyana Sergeenko, Armani Prive and more release couture collections that inspire and intrigue press, buyers and socialites alike. Browse our editor’s highlights from the couture catwalks.

Wedding receptions, afterparties, and even a special night out during your honeymoon are all opportunities to make a grand entrance in a stunning evening gown. Whether it’s a second look on your wedding day or a lavish date night ensemble, these are our favorites of the season.

The sisters of YolanCris have welcomed the spring season with a glamorous collection of evening gowns that boast an avant-garde charm, but with a wearable and approachable elegance. Oversized floral prints, geometric designs, romantic lace, and intricate embroidery are used throughout the Spring 2018 collection, offering a show-stopping eveningwear option for any ballgown lover. Alternatively, chic and slinky dresses have a more classical, spring-like appeal and would be a perfect dress option for bridal showers or post-wedding brunches.

Last week, Ralph Lauren presented a Fall 2017 fashion show in a unique, immersive experience at Ralph’s Garage on his private home in Bedford, New York.

Set against the spectacular backdrop of one of the world’s most esteemed automotive collections, the show presented Lauren’s passion for automobiles and classic, enduring style, in front of the likes of Katie Holmes, Dianne Keaton, Jessica Chastain and Nina Dobrev.

Photography: Harley Hall Photography, New York, NY; Location: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy, Yonkers, NY; Hair and Makeup: MG Hair & Makeup, New York, NY; Dresses: Irina ShabayevaPhotography: Harley Hall Photography, New York, NY; Location: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy, Yonkers, NY; Hair and Makeup: MG Hair & Makeup, New York, NY; Dresses: Irina ShabayevaPhotography: Harley Hall Photography, New York, NY; Location: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy,