This velvet maxi dress is built for evenings that call for something a little more polished than everyday wear — a formal dinner, a date night, a holiday party, or any semi-formal gathering. The velvet has a soft, fluid sheen that catches the light as you move, and stretch in the knit keeps the fit easy rather than restrictive, so it moves with you through a full evening on your feet.

The silhouette is fitted through the bodice and hips, then flares into a dramatic mermaid hem at the bottom, with a round neckline that keeps the look clean and classic. A wide belt cinches the waist so you can define your shape to how you want to wear it that day, and the dress pulls on over the head with no zipper or buttons to manage.

Long sleeves and the weight of the velvet make this a cold season piece, suited to fall and winter occasions rather than warm weather wear. Pair it with heeled boots or simple pumps and let the fabric and fit carry the look on their own. Because the fit through the hip and mermaid hem runs close to the body, check the size chart before ordering, and size up if you are between sizes for the most comfortable fit.