black velvet formal dress Wrap V Neckline Flutter Sleeves The dress is made of velvet fabric and gold embellishments on one side Women's Velvet Formal Dresses &

If you have been called back into the office, this shirt dress ($70) looks formal without feeling restrictive

Team with this season's metallic-toned shoe for an unrivalled evening look

It may seem too long for some, but I like that look for a trouser because they drape over my shoes in a nice way, she says

The halter neckline features an adjustable tie at the back of the neck, offering multiple styling options - wear the ties loose for an effortless look, tie them into a polished bow, or knot them like a scarf for unexpected dimension

The known rule when it comes to matching black pants with shoes is that the shoes should also be black