velvet green dress zara deep by Zara Zara Emerald Velvet Midi Dress

The versatile midi length works wonderfully for petite frames, eliminating the need for alterations

They can be a great choice for formal and semi-formal events, but many avoid them because they can be intimidating to wear

When choosing a button-up, stick to solid colors like white, light blue, or subtle patterns like checks or stripes

Choose a chunky cable-knit or ribbed cardigan in a warm autumn hue like rust, mustard, or oatmeal, and drape it over a solid-colored ribbed or jersey midi dress in a deeper tone like chocolate, burgundy, or olive

For petite guests, a chiffon midi at the right length can read as floor-length , an easy way to dress up the formality level without changing the style