In the words of David Bowie, let’s dance!

No matter your scene, a party isn’t a par-tay unless there is dancing. And no lady can be expected to shake her lady humps without wearing a fantastic party dress. Just for you, my sassy sisters, I have scoured the best boutiques in the city to find the hottest party dresses of the season.

Discover the top ten San Diego boutiques for party dresses.

Let’s Go - La Jolla
Can you ever get tired of this place? From Betsey Johnson to Sue Wong and BCBG, if you’ve got the dough, you cannot go wrong at Let’s Go. Key pieces to check out in this storefront would be a Sue Wong number adorned with Ostrich feathers and the loungy ABS cat suit, also referred to as a trouser jumper.

Ashen Boutique - Bird Rock
Although pricey, when you pick up a dress here you will wear it forever. This boutique has a remarkable collection of fashion forward pieces that are spot on the hottest contemporary trends.

Tucci – Solana Beach
Styles at this high-end Solana Beach stop will get you noticed. Key pieces to try on are the Tucker Feather Camisole dress and anything from Phillip Lim (Spring 2009 pictured).

Mog and Rue – Encinitas
Mog and Rue is ahead of its North County challengers with the selection of purple and pink dresses. The key piece to escort into the dressing room would be the bold pink short strapless treat near the entrance.

Fabulous Rag Boutique - Pacific Beach
Here is a shout out to the misses on a budget. With the prices low and the style high, this fabulous PB boutique is a necessity for penny pinchers that want to be fashionably wealthy. Key pieces to check out: everything! You can find any look here but with a more unique edge than the other cheapy boutiques that liter Garnet.

Villa Moda – Downtown
The variety will astonish you, the service will woo you. You can pick up a classic or a “must have” dress here for any occasion - from casual to clubby and formal.

Twirl – Hillcrest
The fairy godmother granted my fashionista wish with the appearance of this style stop in Hillcrest. Expect reasonable priced dresses, jewelry and purses for your every evening out. The key pieces to salivate over here are anything that shimmers, shines or has fur (faux of course).

Maeve Riley– South Park
Insert that comment about quantity versus quality here. This tiny shop has the party dress for the girl who craves a well-made get-up with a romantic edge. Think modern twist on classic lace, shifts with off center vertical ruffles and strapless goodies.

Barney’s Co-Op – Fashion Valley
Oh so mainstream and oh so yummy. High-fashion at high prices can be so delicious. Key pieces to shop for are the Poet sleeve dress with Nouveaux Vine Print, the Asymmetrical Ruffle Dress by Doo. Ri and the square neck shift dress with textured spot print.

Neighbourhood – University Heights
The hottest boutique in University Heights caters to the lady who likes her fiesta with a little vintage edge. Stopping by here to pick up a dress by the best-unknown designers will make you the best-dressed hit at your favorite clambake.

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