formal black dresses with sleeves Elegant Long Velvet Dress Polka Dot Long Lantern wedding guests Long Sleeves Sweetheart Sheath Black

If you're making it a few hours ahead for a family lunch or dinner or you're traveling with it to bring it to a potluck, you can store them separately or mix everything right away

Paired here with my favorite Aritzia tee (last seen on Friday #repeatoffender much?), Ive also styled it for work with a flowy blouse and pumps

What to serve with cilantro lime cabbage slaw This slaw is the kind of recipe that makes everything taste more fresh and fun

explores layering to create a striking and refined effect, as if two dresses were seamlessly combined into one

Army Green brings an earthy, utilitarian-chic energy style with tan sandals and minimal gold jewelry

However, this black Flutter-Sleeve Midi Dress would look beautiful for a Christmas party, and I would wear a faux-fur stole around my shoulders