long velvet formal dresses Alex Evenings Laurie Surplice Neckline Dress Wine / 12 Starting at up top Burgundy Red Long Velvet Formal

And this is because it holds up a mirror to our innermost relationship with the unclothed body

A handful of Instagram photos on my feed and a well-timed H&M new-in drop, and I'm scrolling Skyscanner and Googling 'best beach clubs in Europe'

Belle Pine Green Sequin Maxi Dress Size Description When it comes to special occasions, 'Belle' is the perfect dress

Maybe not

Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust, pleated cowl neck overlay

Daisy-shaped beaded details flow from the sweetheart neckline to the waist of this fabulous strapless formal dress, while the sheer corset-style bodice wraps around to the thin bands that lace up over the open back