black velvet strapless dress Chantal Gown- 6 Darted details accent the figure Black Velvet Bow Strapless Maxi

Opt for deeper hues like cranberry, ruby, or sophisticated jewel tones instead

Heres a flat lay pic so we can at least look at the lovely fabric: The lesson I learned (relearned!) is that just like with off the rack clothes, the things that worked well for me years ago dont work well for me today

Its perfect if youre wanting a cocktail dress that is less than $80 and can be worn for multiple occasions

Pair this dress with our jelly sandals or a simple heel for the perfect outfit when you don't know what to wear

A lot of these dresses dont necessarily show off your shape and can look like a big sack if youre not careful