Black Velvet Mini Dress with Rhinestone Bow

A short dress in black velvet, the Eileen is defined by its square neckline and thin straps that adjust for fit.

Velvet fabrication gives the dress depth in the colour, with the pile catching light along the folds. The square neckline sits straight across the chest and frames the collarbones, while thin adjustable straps let the bodice be set exactly where it should sit. A decorative rhinestone bow adds one point of sparkle against the matte black. The dress is lined throughout.

Mini length and a neat neckline make this a cocktail piece for winter: an office party, a date night, New Year's Eve. Black velvet pairs with almost anything, so the shoe can be silver-toned, red, or plain black depending on mood. Keep jewellery small so the bow stays the focal point, and add a tailored coat for the journey. It is a mini dress that does the work quietly.