black dress with slits on both sides Velvi - Tatum Fitted Maxi - this dress features elegant ruched detailing at the hip and a leg slit that adds a touch of sophisticated allure Secret Sweetheart Neckline Split Maxi

Balancing act Take a note from Petra van Bremen: Pairing a swingy tailored dress softens this menswear-inspired faux-leather duster

Look: summer wedding guest dress formal in deep, glossy neutrals If you love the mood of black but want a slightly softer visual impression for summer, glossy deep neutrals can deliver the same formality with a different tone

A dress like that would work for dinner or a photo shoot, but not an event where you're moving about

So, go ahead and find that perfect dress that makes you feel like the amazing woman you are!

For most professional and formal contexts, avoid them with a black suit

The dress even has its own detailed Wikipedia page