This long sleeve velvet maxi dress is made for holiday parties and cold season evenings, pairing a plush velvet bodice with a flowing chiffon hem that sways with every step.

A simple round neckline sits above long, softly gathered sleeves, and the bodice falls in a relaxed, easy fit through the body rather than a fitted cut, so it moves naturally rather than clinging. Below the hip, an asymmetric panel of sheer chiffon takes over from the velvet, draping unevenly at the hem for a soft, graceful line that sets it apart from a plain velvet style.

At floor length, this black dress reads as a considered choice for the season, whether the occasion is a cocktail party, a holiday dinner, or another evening out. The contrast between the structured velvet through the shoulders and the airy chiffon at the hem gives the dress its character without relying on hardware, prints, or embellishment.

It's one of our go-to holiday dresses for exactly that reason: the velvet keeps you warm walking in from the cold, while the chiffon hem keeps the silhouette light rather than heavy, so it wears comfortably through a full evening whether you're seated at dinner or standing through a longer celebration.