a line dress with pleats Pleat-Front A-Line Midi line silhouette with a partial overlay that reveals a pleated satin panel Crossover faux A Line V Neck Satin

Youll want to stick to a sophisticated color palette (blacks, grays, and navy are your best friends) and keep your makeup understated and elegant while opting for classic accessories like pearls or simple gold jewelry

Made from plush stretch-velvet that closely hugs your figure, it has a corset-inspired boned bodice for shape and support

VERY IMPORTANT STYLE TIP: If you want/need shape-wear bring what you own when you go shopping

Were picturing this one for a gorgeous black tie garden wedding in the fall

"Non-bridal evening gown designers, such as Jenny Packham, Elie Saab and Marchesa (to name a few) often create red gowns that can be styled as wedding dresses," she says