black dress off the shoulder A-Line Velvet Long Prom Dress, Black Long Evening Custom Size / Black while the gathered hip detail enhances the figure with soft Cassandra Off Shoulder Slinky Maxi

Plus Size: We believe every girl should feel amazing at prom

We can't wait to pair this with black tights and ballet flats for a timeless wintertime look

This figure-sculpting silhouette blends sophistication with a bold, powerful energy

Bonus points if: You pose for every photo holding a cup full of red liquid

in 1934, (!) the other an Aquascutum from 1961, mohair, my vintage white Brooks Brothers Makers coat from 1975, and my Dunhill velvet dinner jacket

Since I never got around to blogging about this red dress with black tights outfit from last year, I figured this would be the perfect time to get inspired for the whirlwind weeks ahead