Christmas Day is very nearly nigh, and if you're one of those people who still have a ton of gift buying to do before the big day (like me), you'd probably want the rest of your life to be as worry-free as possible. You certainly wouldn't want to add the anxiety of shopping for an outfit for your company Christmas party to your long list of "Things To Stress Over."

Enter the Allegra dress, by New York fashion label Parker. Made from 100% silk, this beaded Little Black Dress is stunningly intricate and posh-looking while still maintaining an effortless feel. The fit is loose, uncinched at the waist, and hangs in a classic shift dress silhouette. The shorter length is flirty rather than inappropriate, and the vertical lines of the beading pattern add length to the wearer's frame.

The best part of this dress is the fine layer of ostrich feathers floating along the bottom hem. Giving the garment a '20s elegance, the feathers also help to create a more interesting shape, without adding bulk. This festive number packs a lot of punch, and as such, would also make a great New Year's Eve dress, or as a last-minute gift for the fashion-forward female in your life.

$545. Available at Bicyclette Boutique, 880 Queen Street West, 416-532-8048