marilyn monroe black dress INGE MORATH (1923–2002) in ('The Misfits'), 1960 High quality made Marilyn Monroe Short Black Dress

From tops to dresses to even boots, this fall it really is all about velvet

Opt for a dress that sits right at the knee

Given the fluctuating weather we've seen so far this year, the midi dress also doubles as the perfect transitional style breezy enough to wear during the warm, daytime temperatures and versatile enough to layer with a statement blazer or cozy jean jacket for evening wear

I reduce bust gaping by increasing wrap overlap, adding a hidden snap or internal button at the bust point, using a more stable neckline edge finish, and adjusting dart or princess seam shaping so the wrap sits on the body instead of floating

In fact, black used to be the colour of grief, formality, and very specific social rules