The romantic balloon sleeves add a touch of whimsy, giving the dress a fluid, airy sensationan ode to laid-back elegance
It avoids the funerary look of all-black, it gives some variety from the navy (which is always a winner and looks great with brown shoes, too), and it works well with a variety of skin tones and undertones
Style with western boots as shown for an edgy contrast that balances the feminine design, or opt for strappy heels to enhance the dress's sleek profile
For a dressier look, you could easily switch out this self-belt for something else more dramatic
Theres nothing quite so surreal as sliding into evening dress and diamonds in the middle of the day and parading past hotel guests eating lunch." Best Oscars dresses from the last 20 yearsas selected by our fashion editor When it comes to a fashion trip down memory lane, the Oscars best dressed list offers up some true gems