formal silver dress Scala 61320 Fuchsia Long Prom with Beadwork and Sequins A sleek figure stands out in the sequin Silver Spaghetti Straps V-Neck Beaded

Getty Images At the 2000 Oscars, South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker proved that red carpet apparel isnt one-size-fits-all

Trends are all well and good, but if you choose to have a gown made, the lead time for such a significant design will likely mean that the trend has passed by the time your event arrives

This black, stretch-seamless maxi dress offers a clean foundation for confident styling

They run a little bit large, but not enough to make me size down

Its definitely a statement piece

SPRINE/SUMMER 1992 THE VENUS DRESS This piece inspired by Italian Renaissance artist Botticellis The Birth of Venus , was first worn by model Simonetta Gianfelici at his anniversary show