strapless velvet dress Lulus | Burgundy Mini | Womens | Small (Available in M, L) seamed bodice Jovani 23931 Navy Velvet Strapless

If layering your sleeveless dress over a pair of black pants, as seen above, feels too out there for you, consider adopting this styling tip in other wayslike a black leather jacket on top or a black slip dress underneath instead

Ha!) As the weather tips towards fall this dress will look great with a classic khaki trench and cognac accessories like these heels

Bhme Bhme Tracie Sheer Midi Dress With a bit bolder floral shapes, this monochromatic midi dress is met with a ruched waistline and subtle puff sleeves that hint at the 'Regency era' that's so crucial for the cottagecore aesthetic we know today

Elegant puff sleeves - can be worn on the shoulder or off the shoulder

A bit dorky to be sure, but in an earnest, 90s heartthrob kind of way