green strapless maxi dress Bloom Green satin fabric shapes this strapless maxi dress with a cowl back and a ruched elastic strap Irene Green Satin Strapless Maxi

The look: Tuxedo with a colored or patterned bow tie Tuxedo in midnight blue, burgundy, deep green, or another considered color Patterned dinner jacket (velvet, jacquard, brocade) with black tuxedo pants Expressive accessories that still read as evening wear Our pick: The Plum Shawl Tuxedo For festive attire ideas, holiday party looks, and the full creative black tie playbook, see our full guide to festive attire and creative black tie

This black velvet dress makes me look tall and regal and the silhouette of the dress is quite modest, which I honestly like for a change (cannot always show cleavage, can I?!) It is very well done and looks expensive

Fabric: Self- 100% Cotton

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Another tip is to choose a skirt/dress length that hits above the knee