This season, minimalism reigns supreme in perfect silhouettes made of silks, satins and brocade.

Oday Shakar black beaded gown with crisscross at bodice, $6,750. www.odayshakar.com. Kenneth Jay Lane black cocktail ring, $90. Saks Fifth Avenue.

Alexander McQueen satin floral print gown, $5,995. Vera Wang Lavender Label crystal- encrusted T-strap heels, $375. Saks Fifth Avenue.

Oscar de la Renta black silk taffeta gown with silver and jeweled accents, $3,990. Saks Fifth Avenue.

Balenciaga black strapless gown with lace trim, $2,295. Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain black satin lace-up booties, $1,395. Barneys New York.

Lanvin steel blue- and black-lace dress, $3,165. Barneys New York. Vintage Deanna Hamro earrings, $750. Vintage by Misty.

Carolina Herrera red silk gown, $2,990. Kenneth Jay Lane black-and-gold cocktail ring, $90. Saks Fifth Avenue. Vintage Deanna Hamro crystal four-tiered earrings. Vintage by Misty.

Oday Shakar ivory silk and wool brocade dress, $2,195. www.odayshakar.com.

Oday Shakar navy silk jersey gown with deep-plunging back, $2,995. www.odayshakar.com.