old hollywood black dress Grace Romantic Sweetheart Neckline and down at your sides Glamorous 1950's Old Hollywood Black

For family gatherings, pair with a lightweight cardigan and ballet flats for an understated yet put-together look

The alternate torso does not line up perfectly with the skirt which is a bit disappointing

It could be a wedding or a gala that calls for black tie, or, when winter rolls in, which, after all, 'tis the season for all-out events, getting your head around a formal dress code is well worth doing

Beaded Dress Simply Be This dress is incredible, the champagne colour, the all over beading, the shape

Its cold-shoulder-style bodice embellished with a gold-edged V neckline and an empire waistband outlined with an appliqued metallic gold ribbon