boat neck black dress ASOS Design Mini with ruched sides in Sleeveless design provides effortless versatility—layer with a blazer for the office or wear solo for evening events Hadley | Black Boat-Neck Maxi

At Saint Laurent's Paris Fashion Week show in September, the model wore a black long-sleeved dress with a large oval cutout exposing most of her back

However, if I were invited to any kind of formal event now, I would leap with joy and buy one of these

Unique gold abstractly geometric pattern sequin with black base long A-line prom dress

Confidently bold, this black sequin dress is the epitome of timeless elegance

Why it works: Feminine wrap design in a modest cut Soft A-line skirt offers coverage and comfort Easy to walk and stand in Works well with ballet flats or low heels Quince Lightweight Slip Skirt Pairing this Lightweight Skirt with a modest top feels elegant and understated

Fits true to size