black gold cocktail dress Primavera Couture 4226 Short Fitted Homecoming Portia and Scarlett PS25405C Homecoming

A black dress with beading or embroidery can look stunning at evening weddings where lighting brings out texture

Fringe dress: If this is still available in your size, pounce

Made from soft, breathable, fully lined 100% cotton, it drapes beautifully without clinging, moves effortlessly in warm weather, and manages to look polished whether you're on a beach in the Hamptons, wandering a cobblestone street in Europe, or heading to a garden party on a perfect spring afternoon

Which is surprisingly less time than we would've imagined considering everything involved

Man-made lining and insole

The dress code still calls for intentional, event-ready outfits