velvet heart denim dress Size medium W 53% Lyocell 47% Cotton V VELVET HEART Women's Cassie Tiered

Velvet is a spectacular choice for winter daytime events, offering both warmth and a rich, light-catching texture

First, lets talk about those all-important layers

Plan to begin your alterations 8 to 10 weeks before your portrait or wedding date, and your consultant will confirm the timing for your gown at the first fitting

Elevate the look with heels and by removing the jacket and you're ready to go out for drinks with the girls or on a date night

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If you are worried about coming off as too strong with this color choice, you can start by creating subtle contrasts like the look above, or you can add another solid color like black to tone it down