black velvet cocktail dresses US 2 / has a pretty gold embellishment which wraps the neckline Blondie Nites Velvet High Neck

slightly above the knee length

On my feet, Im wearing a pair of over-the-knee boots, and I like how the height of these boots contrasts nicely with the mini length of the skirt

To bring the look into the present, finish the outfit with a cowboy hat from the Nashville Hat Store and capture the subtle western influence that also defined the era

MODEL WEARS:SMALL - MODEL HEIGHT:5'4

With this look, I wanted very minimal to no accessories to keep the focus on the dress and heels, but when undecided if to go with my easy go to choice of black heels or stepping outside of my comfort zone pairing the blue heels with the red, I went with both

It can also help ensure your jeans are at the correct length to meet your dress shoes appropriately