I was honestly a little nervous about buying a velvet dress online since you never know if the fabric is going to look cheap or too shiny, but this one really surprised me.

Finding a dress for my son's rehearsal dinner was turning into a nightmare until I stumbled across this one. I didn't want anything too flashy, but I still wanted to look elegant. This dress hit that sweet spot. The half sleeve is such a nice touch because I'm a little self-conscious about my arms, but I didn't want to be fully covered up. It’s super comfortable to sit and move around in, which is huge for me. The colour is exactly like the picture shown on the website. It’s a solid choice if you need something classy that doesn't scream for attention but still looks put-together.

Okay, so I ordered this for a formal holiday party at work because I wanted something different from the usual black cocktail dress. It’s a great piece to keep in your closet for those random dressy events that pop up.

I picked this up for a charity gala I attended with my husband, and I got so many compliments throughout the night. The velvet gives it a really luxe vibe, and the cut is super flattering for a curvy figure. It hugs you in all the right places without feeling too tight or restrictive. I was able to dance comfortably, and I didn't spend the whole evening adjusting the shoulder strap. The only reason I'm not giving it a perfect score is that the zipper was a bit stiff at first, but after running it up and down a few times, it was good to go. Definitely worth the purchase.

The velvet material has a nice give to it, so I didn't feel like I was suffocating after a huge supper.