dress purple and black Gothic & Wedding with Trumpet Silhouette Sweetheart purple ball gown with a voluminous skirt and striking black floral appliques Aviva

As Christmas crept closer we stayed in contact by email with the Armstreet and they were quite helpful at keeping us posted as to the status of the dress - and ensured that it arrived in time for Christmas

A short choker paired with a longer pendant necklace works wonders with a scoop or V-neck black dress

A brown skinny belt gives your waist definition and adds dimension to the dress

Crafted from delicate brown lace, the Tierra Brown Maxi dress has a flattering A-line silhouette and is designed to bring a touch of warmth to your winter wardrobe, serving espresso martini vibes all season long

The problem with a lot of those ready-to-wear outfits is that they just make guys look dumpy