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Enzoani Gali If you want to channel some gothic glam without having to opt for a black gown then consider the Gali dress from Enzoani with its exaggerated mermaid skirt and scattered flowers

The handmade costume comes with the pleather pink jacket and pink pencil skirt, and you can add the hilarious bend & snap t-shirt too

I actually have a section of my closest with dresses I desperately need to donate because the patterns are just not me anymore

The time to wear a floor-sweeping gown is not at a cocktail party

And while the adjustable belt looks fabulous tied in a bow, it can also be removed for a more streamlined silhouette, if you like