black halter top prom dress Zapaka Women Mermaid Formal with Slit V-Neck Chiffon Evening Gala Dress with Sequins, Black / US22W Unleash your inner goddess with our stunning Mermaid Style Dress Open-Back Long Halter Prom Dress

The draped cowl bust and midriff cut-out bring a modern edge to the classic maxi silhouette, while the floor-grazing flared skirt keeps things effortlessly cool

As you can see in these photos, Ive worn it to frolic around Winter Park with friends, out to dinner, out to run errands, and more

Heavier shimmer eyeshadow came into the late 1970s with the disco craze

I did wear an A-line petticoat underneath but it wasnt actually necessary

Lexy Marie Weddings shares her design perspective: I wanted this to be feminine and ethereal, but a little edgy at the same time all while feeling very intimate + upscale

Tear the leaves by hand and toss them in just before serving to keep them from turning dark.