Philanthropist and Designer Kay Unger

A graduate of Parsons School of Design, Kay Unger has been in the fashion industry for more than four decades. Early in her career she recognized a need for more “clean dinner dresses.”

A longtime philanthropist, she has founded several companies, and her designs for dresses, suits and eyewear are sold in 24 countries and featured in many films and TV shows such as Gossip Girl and The Good Wife.

This size 4, 100 percent silk cocktail dress features a flattering empire waist with a polyester lining. Prices for her dresses begin around $400, making this one a real bargain.

– Sally Schroder, ShopNewish