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Derby season is one of the busiest times of the year for me and the thought of hunting down a cocktail dress for a black tie, red carpet event was super overwhelming

Scomchic Wrap V-Neck High-Low Split Ruffle Maxi Dress If you're hosting a daytime engagement brunch, this feminine wrap dress has all the frills to match the occasion

Offered in misses and plus-sizes, this long evening gown features a sparkly sequin print from the sheer-illusion sweetheart neckline to the hem for a dazzling look at prom, galas, and other formal events

That being said, if you don't want to go the whole nine yards and still want to keep the feminine appeal of a gown, we suggest trying out a blazer with your formal wear

This is where that knee length tends to hit the sweet spot that Im comfortable with