velvet long dress Classic Evening Dresses Sleeve Off Shoulder Maxi Dresses Structure meets drape in one long silhouette Elegant Long Black Velvet Formal

ADD A COLORFUL STATEMENT EARRING While I am not typically one to wear really bright colors, I do love to add color in with my accessories

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Its hard to imagine that some of the toniest runway brands out there are being eclipsed by a design as simple but as fetching as the Isa Cotton-Silk Dress ($190 on bananarepublic.gap.com)

Strapless & Off-The-Shoulder These necklines are flattering across a wide range of body types

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The final touch to this exceptional design is provided by the voluminous lace sleeves that look exquisite in motion