black silk dress long Petal and Pup Women's Anabelle Halter Neck Lace Maxi line skirt that ends at a sweeping maxi hem Simple black satin long prom

As with most of the dress codes we now govern our lives by, the humble cocktail dress rose to significant popularity in the twenties and thirties

I like how these Smartwool socks have a pattern to them, but they maintain the monochromatic grey and black color palette from the outfit

You can completely switch up your look without needing an entire outfit change

I was like, This is it, this is done, that's the dress. Together, they planned the fabrics and embroidery, and over the course of three fittings, the gown took shape

Perfect for: twirling on the dance floor, making a grand entrance at homecoming, standout portraits, and confident entrances 2

Underneath, wear a simple white T-shirt or a black turtleneck