black dress gala If ever there was a love letter to the dress, this year's Met carpet was it. In a nod to the artist John Singer Sargent black tie gala Fashion Friday- Black Gala Dress

For a flirty and youthful birthday look, this dress is always a winner

But for a more casual look, just swap out the wedges for sneakers or sandals

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For a more polished and sophisticated look, a fitted midi dress can be paired with Chelsea boots

Made for special events, this timeless midi dress arrives in a premium jacquard fabric, boasting a folded bandeau neckline and boned corset bodice

Your body measurements XS S M L Bust, cm 84-87 88-91 92-96 97-103 Bust, inches 32-34 34-36 36-38 39-41 Hip, cm 87-91 92-96 97-101 102-108 Hip, inches 34-36 36-38 38-40 41-43 US 0-2 4-6 8-10 12-14 UK/AUS 4-6 8-10 12-14 16-18 EUR 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46