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Beyoncé Wore a Feather Dress That’s Perfect for a Holiday Party

Take notes.

by Melissa Minton

We called it: feathers are one of the most important fashion trends of 2017.

Although Rihanna lead the trend’s charge earlier this year, wearing feathered Saint Laurent boots, Beyoncé is clearly on board, as well. Over the weekend, the singer wore a Nina Ricci silver feather minidress with velvet pumps at a Tidal afterparty.

As always, Beyoncé shared the look by posting a full shoot to her meticulously curated Instagram. The photoset, which includes three close-up photos, show every part of this winter wonderland outfit. The singer kept her hair and makeup relatively simple with a wavy half-up-half-down hairstyle and soft, glossy eyelids and lips. The dress, reminiscent of the Francesco Scognamiglio dress that she rocked on the 2016 MTV VMAs, is the perfect look for a holiday party this season. (Who’s taking notes?)

Naturally, the photos are already extremely popular: one image has already been “liked” more than two million times. Additional photos on Beyoncé’s website show her silver jewelry, orangey-nude nails, and finger tattoos, including the “IV” tat that she altered back in September.

How to Incorporate Feathers, This Year’s Most Festive Accent, Into Your Wardrobe

“Fashion can often take itself very seriously. So I was literally tickled to see so many feathers fluttering down the runway this season.” -Rickie De Sole, Fashion Director

Rodarte jacket, $11,730, skirt, $3,105, and boots, $2,012, rodarte.net.

Photographs by Matthew Kristall, Styled by Lindsey Frugier; Hair by Tamara McNaughton for Kerastase at Streeters; Makeup by Junko Kioka for Chanel at Joe Management; Manicure by Dawn Starling for Dior at MAM-NYC; MODEL: Sara Berger at Women Management; Digital technician: Jared Zagha; Photography assistants: Gaspar Dietrich, Carlos Monino; Fashion assistant: Callie Turner.

The Row bag, $1,790, net-a-porter.com.

Josephine Schiele; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

David Koma dress, $2,360, Bergdorf Goodman, New York, 800.558.1855.

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

Boucheron earrings, price upon request, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310.550.5900.

Courtesy of the designer

G ring, price upon request, glennspiro.com.

Stuart Tyson

Jimmy Choo boots, $1,250, jimmychoo.com.

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“Not in a party mood? This cocktail ensemble is the equivalent of a glass of bubbly.” -Sarah Zendejas, Fashion Market Editor

Christopher Kane Shirt, $945, Skirt, $1,795, and Shoes, $825, christopherkane.com

Photographs by Matthew Kristall, Styled by Lindsey Frugier; Hair by Tamara McNaughton for Kerastase at Streeters; Makeup by Junko Kioka for Chanel at Joe Management; Manicure by Dawn Starling for Dior at MAM-NYC; MODEL: Sara Berger at Women Management; Digital technician: Jared Zagha; Photography assistants: Gaspar Dietrich, Carlos Monino; Fashion assistant: Callie Turner.

“Though these cascading gems are pretty dressy, I’d happily wear them all day—every day.” -Grace Fuller, Jewelry Editor

Sabba Earrings, price upon request, FD Gallery, New York, 212.772.2440

Courtesy of the designer

“Can’t wait to kick up my heels in these feathered numbers.” -Sam Walker, Accessories And Men’s Market Editor

Saint Laurent Shoes, $1,395, ysl.com

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“Instead of putting a feather in your cap, why don’t you put one in your pocket? This tee is a clever twist on a classic.” -Gabriella De Givenchy, Fashion Market Assistant

Brunello Cucinelli T-shirt, $645, Brunello Cucinelli, New York, 212.334.1010

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“Raf Simons’s total reimagination of the Calvin Klein flagship store may epitomize the shock of the new, but curated offerings like vintage American quilts and Italian glassware reveal a keen eye for the old too.” -Alix Browne, Features Director

Vintage Italian Vases, prices upon request, Calvin Klein Madison Avenue boutique, New York, 212.292.9000

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“With its fresh mint color and tough chain 
strap, this is one lady bag with attitude.” -Nora Milch, Senior Accessories Editor

Salvatore Ferragamo Bag, $1,390, ferragamo.com

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“Transparency is trending in the real world—and the fashion one. This sheer topper has nothing to hide.” -Courtney Costello, Fashion Market Assistant

Burberry Coat, $1,795, burberry.com

Tim Hout; Styled by John Olson for Halley Resources

“With a hue this exquisite, you may want to forgo jewels!” -Mia Adorante, Beauty And Health Editor

Chanel Nail Polish, $28, chanel.com

Stuart Tyson

“This property, which has just reopened after a six-month renovation, doesn’t have a single bad angle. Aside from being located on the Arno, it boasts an extensive art collection that includes work by Picasso and Cocteau.” -Karin Nelson, Senior Features Editor

Hotel Lungarno, lungarnocollection.com

Courtesy of Hotel Lungarno
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