black off shoulder long dress Ella Formal Maxi 24.8 inches or 59 Long Sleeve Off-Shoulder Beaded Lace

The Derby, on the other hand, in contrast to the Oxford, has an "open" lacing, adapting easily to the lines and curves of the foot

Pair it perfectly with a lustrous metallic mesh minidress, or if you tend to keep things simple, striped and streamlined on top and off-kilter on bottomthink a futuristic silver boot la Marc Jacobss lace-up-back version (mod but modern)

A black off-the-shoulder dress instantly looks chic and a little playful, perfect for a casual brunch or dressing it up for an evening out

At this kind of event, you can expect to see the whole of the wedding party and the majority of guests in black tie

Garment care: Hand wash in cold water recommend, hang dry, low temperature ironing if necessary