black dress from h&m Ladies - Open-Back Maxi - Size: XXL Concealed zip in one side Ladies - Black Bodycon Dress

This outfit suits a birthday dinner at a charming French bistro, a garden restaurant, or a daytime-to-evening celebration where you want to strike the balance between spirited and sophisticated

This one from Lulus is perfectly on-theme, with a bustier top and a sheer mesh design

Style editor Ingela Ratledge Amundson said that shes worn this dress while hosting winter dinner parties and felt put-together but still comfy and relaxed. The quality of the cashmere is great for the price

How to style: Embrace a romantic look for your next date night or party in our Trouble Light Blue Mini Dress

The retailer has an expertly curated selection of brands, styles and price points, so you'll find everything from under-$100 separates to splurge-worthy tuxes by designers like Tom Ford and Canali

*Although, they remind me to talk about a gown with a good slit in the front or side of your dress