purple evening dresses with sleeves Beaded V-Neck Long Sleeve Formal Gown Grace and allure come together in this purple lace maxi dress ZAPAKA Women A Line Formal

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Per usual, Mango, Zara, and J.Crew are a treasure trove of chic black dresses at price points that are particularly welcome this time of year

This will give you a gently ruffled sleeve

The statement floral appliqus bring a resort-ready feel that works effortlessly straight off the sand, while the cowl back adds an unexpected touch of elegance that sets it apart from your standard beach dress

But another fun option, especially if you live somewhere warmer, would be to wear sneakers with this dress for a day of sightseeing or shopping

Marc Jacobs, another New Yorker with a craving for adventure in his clothes, told the International Herald Tribune recently that "it's the life of these [clothes] that's interesting to me whether you find yourself on a curb after partying in a dress, sitting on the curb smoking a cigarette at the end of a night or whether you get whisked away by your Prince Charming." Apfel has a story to tell about each of her outfits