xmas formal dresses GERsome Christmas Cocktail Dress Women's Elegant Long Sleeve Cocktail Party for Wedding Guest Fit and Flare Modest Church Midi Evening Dress S-XXL this festive gown features a classic plaid pattern Stunning Christmas Party Dresses for

Featuring a shirred drop waist with double-tiered velvet trimmed ruffles at the hem, a high ruffled collar with self covered baby buttons, and side pockets

In Letters to an Incognita (edited and published 1889), author Prosper Mrime (of novella Carmen fame, which was adapted by Bizet into the opera) wrote: "At a recent masked ball, a lady had the temerity to appear in a costume of 1806, without crinoline, which produced quite the sensation"

For a sleek look, tap into the maxi trend and opt for a column style that drapes rather than hugs the body

Some complained about the stitching quality and worry that it won't hold up over time

Varying shades of gray are perfect options for black-tie affairs