black velvet midi dress Strappy – self-portrait-US elastic waist and hidden pockets KALILA VELVET MIDI DRESS IN

Whether you want to rock bold accessories like red lipstick and statement earrings or keep it sleek with silver or gold accents, a black dress gives you the perfect blank canvas to play with

This black informal designer spring/fall/winter wedding dress will let you catch all eyes

Whether it's your first time attending a formal event or you're a seasoned pro, it's equally tricky landing on a gown that is equal parts dressy and trendy, but after all of the recent award show red carpets (the Met Gala, the Oscars, the BAFTAs to name a few), we've been taking notes from some of our favourite celebs on how to make occasionwear cool again

Horizontal mesh cutouts in back