Deciding what to wear to that special event needn't be stressful if you just follow a few simple tips...

Ladies Who Lunch:
The luncheon dress might be called fashion's version of a watercress and endive salad. It's perfect for a midday meal when the weather's sticky, and it can be found at all the best restaurants.

Usually this dress comes in delicate floral prints, though pin stripes are acceptable and a few abstract designs have been known to sneak in. The idea is to stay crisp and unruffled, or at least to appear that way.

Among the LWL (ladies who lunch), many of these dresses are cut in a chemise style, loose for coolness. But for some a belt of matching fabric or contrasting leather adds that touch of self-confidence.