black velvet off the shoulder dress Split Evening XJ1946 100% Polyester Off Shoulder Black Velvet Short

Photo: Getty WINONA RYDER The '90s starlet dons a velvet slip dress at a movie premiere in 1993

Final thoughts: As you can see, Ive had my fair share of black dresses over the past 6 years

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My favorite versions match the color of your button-up to the color of your tee or tank top, but you can also have fun with a mix of hues if you prefer something more vibrant

Because the skirt skims rather than clings and flares away from the body below the waist, it allows easy movement for walking, sitting, and dancing, without the shorter steps a mermaid requires or the management a voluminous ball gown demands

- Twisted knot detail