20 Party Dresses That Are Convo Starters, Too

You've been there: standing awkwardly on the sidelines of an event, solo. Your date is in the bathroom or couldn't make it and you're left to your own devices, which means small talk with randoms. But, rather than forcing conversation about the weather with other guests, why not let your outfit just do the work for you? And, that starts with a non-basic (ahem, LBD), statement-making dress.

Approach anyone with the 20 eye-catching frocks ahead and you'll never have to fish for something to say again — the unique patterns, unexpected cuts, and dramatic details like ruffles and graphic prints speak for themselves. Click through to shop your favorite style for every type of formal occasion, whether that's an upcoming fall wedding or end-of-summer cocktail shindig. Convo? Done.