OK, I'm going to rally and attempt an evening out with hubs tonight -- it's an annual fundraiser dinner that his company helps sponsor (he is the company owner and buys a table) so it's always a big deal to be there. Dress ranges from business attire to cocktail dresses. I've always worn a dress in the past.

I'm about to tackle the task of finding something in my closet to wear that will accommodate my still slightly-swollen belly and be comfortable for an evening out. I've been doing pretty well, but by the time evening rolls around, I'm generally losing steam and getting a bit tired and sore. I am actually considering basing an outfit around my dark blue Vince silk drapey pants. Maybe dressing them up somehow with the Rockstuds and some sort of silk top and jacket? 

I might post some possible outfits if I get stuck. Wish me luck! 

ETA: Here's my outfit. A bit piecemeal, but hubs assures me it works and he says everyone will be amazed that I just had surgery. He's so sweet.
Ponte and leather skirt, old Calvin Klein sequin tank, Nannette Lepore cropped jacket (actually more purple than it looks here), Rockstuds, and vintage beads that were my mom's. Hope this gets approval because we're heading out the door!