Auto Show Charity Preview Archives

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It’s that time of year again…Auto Show Prom, a.k.a. North American International Auto Show Red Carpet Charity Preview event on January 17th from 6-9 p.m. Many of us in Detroit work in the automotive industry (myself and my husband included) and have had the opportunity at one time or another to attend the Charity Preview. John and I have attended once before and would love to go again.

Many auto shows around the country have some sort of charity preview event associated with them, but in Detroit this is one of the biggest events of the season. It’s also fun to see everyone get dressed up for a good cause. The proceeds from the Charity Preview go to support children’s charities. Tickets are $350 per person, so it is a real treat to attend if you get the opportunity. This year Sheryl Crow is performing, so it would be a fun one to go to.

There are also a number of after parties following the Charity Preview hosted by various organizations around town, so there are plenty of reasons to get dressed up!

I thought I would take this opportunity to share my top five dress picks from DressFirst for the Auto Show Charity Preview. Some things to remember when choosing a dress for this event:

Keep it classy – this is a work networking event, your boss or future boss might attend
Don’t go with a bridesmaid dress – it’s obvious
Most of the Charity Preview consists of walking around on a hard concrete floor, so 4-inch heels might not be your best bet

Here are some of my favorite options:

Mermaid Scoop Neck Floor-Length Chiffon Evening Dress With Beading ($155.99)

This is so classy, I prefer Royal Blue, but they have a wide selection.

Sheath V-neck Floor-Length Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading ($152.99)

This is so elegant, with just a little bit of sexy in the back. Plus, I love Navy (notice a trend here?).

Sheath One-Shoulder Sweep Train Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading ($150.99)

I love the color on this one, plus I think it would be very flattering in the front if you have a little tummy to hide. I like the open back, because it shows a little skin, but not too much.

Sheath One-Shoulder Sweep Train Charmeuse Evening Dress ($144.99)

I’m not sure why I like this dress, because animal print usually isn’t my thing, but I think this would be really fun and playful.

Sheath One-Shoulder Floor-Length Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading ($146.99)

I love the color and the beading on this one.

A-Line/Princess One-Shoulder Floor-Length Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading Sequins ($151.99)

I have been on a pink kick lately, I’m loving this princess style dress!

A-Line/Princess One-Shoulder Court Train Chiffon Lace Evening Dress With Beading ($169.99)

This dress is so unique, I love all of the different details, plus it is in Radiant Orchid, our Pantone Color of the Year.

A-Line/Princess Sweetheart Court Train Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading Sequins ($147.99)

This is a more traditional dress, but I like the cut and the sleeves just give it that pop of glamour.

A-Line/Princess Scoop Neck Floor-Length Chiffon Evening Dress With Ruffle Beading ($154.99)

Blue is my favorite color, so I couldn’t resist posting this look. I love the neckline and think this shows the right amount of cleavage for the event.