These gorgeous new gowns were inspired by alluring locations around the globe -- and they're simply destined for travel.

Macrame lace gives this otherwise traditional cheongsam a twist, while its delicate Mandarin neckline and body-skimming shape lend it grace. 

The Details: Ines Di Santo Norah gown and bolero. Cheryl King Couture Christina hair sticks. Doyle & Doyle earrings and necklace worn as a bracelet. Chad Allison platinum ring. Pearl River parasol. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

With a flouncy knee-length skirt and crisply tailored collar, this satin-organza cocktail dress serves up fun with a dash of formality -- just like the island itself. 

The Details: Vineyard Annette dress, priscillaofboston.com. Corine Serruya headpiece, opheliehats.com. Kenneth Jay Lane earrings and cuff, 877-953-5264. Gumuchian Twinset ring. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

A dramatic drape of jewel-encrusted silk georgette channels all the glamour of Cleopatra in a modern way. 

The Details: Temperley London Phoebe gown. Clara Kasavina Bianca earrings. Rosena Sammi Tisra bracelets. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

The full skirt of this floor-sweeping chiffon dress is adorned with appliques and fluffed up with a crinoline for a Flamenco-style swoosh. 

The Details: Morgane Le Fay Rhiannon dress and crinoline. Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz earrings. Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry necklace. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

A sheer and close-fitting corded lace jacket is a prim yet provocative addition to the delicately embroidered strapless gown underneath. 

The Details: Oscar de la Renta gown and jacket, Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier, 212-319-6778. De Beers Dormeuse earrings and ring. Adia Kibur necklace, Supplements NY, 800-631-3844. Cassin muff. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

With its one-shoulder sweetheart neckline, this silk-chiffon number is every bit as romantic and architectural as the city's sweeping skyline. 

The Details: Romona Keveza Goddess gown. Christopher Designs platinum necklace. Rina Limor earrings, 800-999-0583. Stephen Russell bracelet, 212-570-6900. OGI platinum link bracelet. De Beers ring. Swarovski Kiosque clutch. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.

It's the epitome of effortless style: a layered silk skirt, a graceful chiffon cowl neckline, and long, trailing black bows for that je ne sais quoi. 

The Details: Carolina Herrera Berenice gown and hat. Doyle & Doyle earrings. Siman Tu bracelet, 212-327-4626. Gabriel & Co. ring. Travel poster from greatbigcanvas.com.