black velvet cocktail dresses Mirage | Halter-Neck Mini Dress With Skater-Skirt The dress has a high neckline that has a keyhole in the form of a triangle Chantal Bow Velvet Mini Dress:

Key specs Material: 100% Wool Sizes: 30/30 to 40/32 Variants: two colors A slim-fit standout: Sid Mashburn Dress Trouser Top pick With a slim fit and tapered legs, these classic mid-rise dress pants are made from luxurious wool, and its unlikely theyll ever go out of style

With one long split sleeve, this fabulous long black evening gown is fully sequined from the asymmetrical neckline to the hem for a show-stealing look at prom, fancy dances, and other red-carpet events

(With Ecco etc I just hope others will not notice my shoes, which takes away some joy from the experience.) Lots of black sneakers, which I know you have recommended against, Simon

These popular lace-up espadrilles are perfect for a boho chic summer wedding look