burgundy maxi dress Asymmetrical Cowl Neck Large Crafted from our premium burgundy Velvi - Sydney Maxi Dress

Theyre the perfect post-rain jacket when the air is its chilliest and usually come in neutral tones that mesh seamlessly with the rest of your closet

At the time of writing, most sizes in black and dark brown were nearly sold out

You could wear suede dress shoes with a leather belt sporting more contrast between them

And if you have a dressier holiday party on your calendar this season, you can also rewear the top half of this outfit with a mini skirt or trousers for a cute and classy look

It helps balance between the casual and formal requirement, says Valentine, who says its fine to have fun with color: Semi-formal is usually during the day so lighter colors and pastels can be an easy choice. She also recommends linen and cotton for summer events and flannel and velvet for the winter