black eyelet midi dress Baltic Born Womens Jackie Maxi | With eyelet accents and a smocked bodice Black Eyelet Tie Front Sanibel

This is probably my favorite outfit I ever wore, she said, adding that Audrey Hepburn was her inspiration for the evening

High slit and open back design offer confidence and movement

The fitted bodice flows into a mermaid - style skirt, balancing structure and softness

Featuring a straight across strapless neckline, empire waist, a babydoll silhouette, and a mini length

Contrary to popular beliefs, daytime events do not require a nip on the sleeves when it comes to African wear for women

Black shoes disappear, creating an unbroken vertical line that reads as very sleek in photos but removes any contrast at the base