3/4 sleeve black dress Karen Kane Fit & Flare in Medium Finished with a wrinkle Black Shimmering 3/4 Sleeve A-Line

I built on the reporting of Kaitlyn Wells, who wrote the original, 2020 edition of this guide

Looking for a dress thats timeless and dramatic in all the best ways

Then throw on a black moto-style leather jacket the contrast between the sleek dress silhouette and the tough outer layer creates instant visual interest

When fitting black garments, ensure theres just enough room to pinch about a centimetre of fabric (roughly the width of your little finger) in areas prone to stretching, such as shoulders, thighs, and elbows

Its common to lean towards conservative, modest pieces of clothing and to avoid bolder patterns or bright colors