Rhinestone Cowboy

If you're going to spend big on one thing this credit crunched season, make sure to spend wise and make sure it sparkles. Designers hoping to dazzle customers - and most importantly, buyers - into splurging this recession, upped the glam factor tenfold with shine and shimmer being the method of choice.

You can bet an over-confident celebrity (Rihanna, we mean you) will find her way into Alexander McQueen's super slinky jewel encrusted bodysuit. But for the rest of us, Lanvin's nude-toned studded cocktail dress is just as stunning and much more practical.

Those looking for something a little more casual should look to Vera Wang's more playful offering. But of course, no one does sexy better than Versace.



Above: Alexander McQueen, Lanvin, Vera Wang, Versace
Header: Blumarine, Etro, Zac Posen, Roksanda Ilincic