Aidan Mattox / Adrianna Papell Holiday Dresses 2011

Left: Aidan Mattox Draped One Shoulder Stretch Satin Dress in Neptune

Right: Aidan Mattox Lace-Skirt Strapless Dress, regularly $310, on sale for $186

Both Aidan Mattox and Adrianna Papell have some gorgeous cocktail and evening gowns for this holiday season. If your petite, the strapless, halter and one-shoulder styles have a flattering fit.

Aidan Mattox is available in sizes 0-14 at fine department stores, including Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom.

Left: Aidan Mattox Beaded Halter Gown in dark teal, $465

Right: Aidan Mattox One-Shoulder Beaded Gown in gunmetal, $410

Left: Adrianna Papell Bodice Mesh Sheath Dress in Dusty Blue, $198

Right: Adrianna Papell Strapless Tulle Dress in Plum, $158

If your looking for a little sparkle and shine this holiday season, Adrianna Papell has some dazzling dresses, with all-over sequin or beading details. I always find Papell's gowns to have a gorgeous, accentuating fit, with a jeweled palette for a lot of color options.

Adrianna Papell dresses range from sizes 2-16, with select dresses available in petites. You can find the collection at Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor, Macy's and Dillard's.

Left: Adrianna Papell Sequin Shift Dress in Tobacco $258

Right: Adrianna Papell Beaded Evening Gown in Nude, $329

Left: Adrianna Papell Jeweled Tulle Gown in Royal, $258

Right: Adrianna Papell Pleat Bodice Ballgown, $238

- Kim Weling