After the maelstrom of holiday parties, festive brunches, and the assault of eggnog, you're probably feeling somewhat weary. You might even have tired of the erring-on-the-side-of-too-short-and-too-tight dresses that have garbed you this holiday season.

But there’s no need to stick to the traditional party silhouettes to make a statement. With the slew of new and (some might argue) demure erogenous zones—the cut-out, the shoulders, and of course, the all-mighty bare back—you can now opt for roomier shapes while still making an impact.

Consider UNTTLD's Ava Dress, which is a case in point for the brand's directional approach to clothing. With enough sheen (and a beautifully contrasting wash of gold lamé across the chest) to qualify for holiday sparkle, a single-button enclosure and zip skirt for comfort, and a relaxed silhouette, it’s a good fit for canapé-and-cocktails soirees on New Year's and beyond.

The blousing open back, however, shows a fair bit of skin, so you can claim "business in the front, and party in the back," but in the best possible way.

$315 (on sale). Available online or in-store at Rac Boutique, 124 Cumberland St., 647-352-4433