black fur dress Buy Yours Curve London Sequin Velvet Trim from Next USA Wear it on its own for understated elegance styling a black mini dress

Lining: 100% Polyester Do not wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, cool iron, dry clean in mild solvent with reduced cycle, dry clean separately, keep away from fire Model wears: UK10/US6

Elevate your look with some tall black heels and add a trendy crossbody or clutch

The asymmetrical hem and A-line silhouette make the wearer look amazing

Whether it's your first time attending a formal event or you're a seasoned pro, it's equally tricky landing on a gown that is equal parts dressy and trendy, but after all of the recent award show red carpets (the Met Gala, the Oscars, the BAFTAs to name a few), we've been taking notes from some of our favourite celebs on how to make occasionwear cool again

For instance, a long black dress can be styled with an oversized grey sweater to bring in a touch of fall