Three models from Roy Halston's company in the seventies closed the Naeem Khan show during New York Fashion Week.

Silhouette-lengthening dresses for the party season

UPDATED DECEMBER 2, 2019 11:07 AM ESTDEC 2, 2019, 11:07 AM EST

Those with an eye on fashion trends will have noticed that the fall-winter runways were full of velvet and corduroy and that ruffles on sleeves and necklines added a lavish touch. And we also saw the return of the ever elegant and stylish column dress.

These slim-fitting dresses with a straight cut – that first emerged in the Fifties – are a go-to for those wanting to add a little glamour to their closet.

The timelessness of the column dress

Three models from iconic Seventies’ designer Roy Halston’s heyday closed the Naeem Khan show during New York Fashion Week sheathed in these timeless silhouettes - their shiny silver fabric making them perfect for the party season.

Informality

In London, A.W.A.K.E. MODE showcased their take on the trend with a midi design.

Model with a black and white column dress by Marni

Silky

Flowing and opulent was the name of the game from Marni thanks to the use of silk, some in solid colors or in bold prints.

For daily wear

Rochas take on the style was a midi column dresses with long sleeves which would be perfect daytime wear.

Minimalist

Simplicity took over the Tom Ford runway with dresses like this, in pristine white.

Asymmetric

Antonio Grimaldi demonstrated a daring version of the trend with asymmetric and cut-out dresses .

With a lot of shine

Own The Looks amped up the shine with their, three-quarter length sleeves, floor-length dresses. Own The Looks ($559).

Ribbed knit

Make an informal addition with a ribbed knit dress perfect for everyday wear. Marks and Spencer ($259).

In velvet

Up the glam stakes with this dark blue velvet dress with off-the-shoulder neckline from Teri Jon ($580).