formal black velvet dress Contrast Chiffon Bust Maxi Triangle neckline shape Holiday Velvet Dress for Women

Previously second and now third on the list for the most expensive piece of clothing ever sold is the dress worn by Eliza Doolittle (Audrey Hepburn) in her "coming out" moment at the Ascot races in the 1964 movie My Fair Lady

In 1926 Coco Chanel published a picture of a short, simple black dress in American Vogue

Whether youre going for the classic LBD, a flowy midi, or something in between, there is no shortage of options to choose from

If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing down

The elegant plus-size gown is hand-adorned with sequins and has three-quarter sleeves that are suitable for every season

With a navy belt, black dress, and gray tights, the look begged for one more neutral color to complete the autumnal palette