Think of your engagement party as the kick-off to a season filled with some of the best outfits you’ll ever wear (between your showers, bachelorette party and wedding dress, you’re going to have multiple opportunities to play dress up). To get the ball rolling, we’ve taken two of our favorite trends from this season – romantic and 70′s chic – and given you a playful, dressy look that would be perfect for a true engagement party and then a more casual yet sophisticated look that would work for a more low-key event.

Make sure to check back later this week for more of our favorite trends from this season and how they can translate into engagement party wear.

Romantic with an Edge
Earrings by Piperlime; Pave Double-band Ring by BCBG; Matt & Nat Distressed Clutch Purse at Urban Outfitters; Lovely Creation Dress by ModCloth; Trail of Lace tights from Charlotte Russe; Vince Camuto ‘Mimis’ Sandal at Nordstroms

Dressy 70s Chic
Embellished Cropped Top by Miss Selfridge; Cloak and Dagger heels by Seychelles; Paige Roxley High-Waisted Trousers at Anthropologie; Janie Bryant Mod Timeless Drop Earrings at QVC; Love ring at Accessorize; Vintage Style Wrist Clutch at Top Shop