dresses chocolate brown Mac Duggal Women's Evening Crystal-Embellished Jersey Gown - while the fitted bodice flows into a sleek maxi 11 Timeless Brown Bridesmaid Dresses

Thick, black, opaque tights can help a little black dress transition to fall, when temps drop and you don't want to expose bare (and possibly chalky or dry) skin

After all, balance is pretty important when creating your look

Graceful A-Line Cut: Complements every figure, enhancing natural beauty with its timeless silhouette

Choose from an array of rich jewel tones and eye-catching color combinations

I posted before and after pictures in my stories last week on Instagram and so many people asked about how I did it that I thought a post here on the blog was in order

When the breeze turns cooler, layering with a sleek jacket or textured wrap keeps the look fresh and functional for fall festivities, late-night dinners, or gallery openings