This velvet wrap dress is built for the evenings that call for a little more polish than an everyday midi. A wrap style V neckline and a self-tie waist create a defined, closer fit through the middle, while long sleeves make it a natural pick as the weather turns cooler — from a holiday party to a dinner date to any cocktail dress occasion on the calendar.

The fabric is a substantial, soft-finish velvet with a bit of stretch for ease of movement, and it falls to a midi length with a flattering asymmetric hem: shorter at the front, longer through the back, so it moves easily whether you are seated at a table or standing through a longer event. The tie waist can be knotted looser or tighter, so the fit adjusts to you rather than the other way around.

It is unlined for a lighter, more fluid drape, which also makes it easy to layer a coat over for the walk in and out of a winter gathering. Pair it with heels for a night out or dress it down slightly for a more relaxed holiday dinner — this is one of those wrap dresses for women that works for more than one occasion on the December calendar.