black dress from h&m Ladies - Open-Back Maxi - Size: XXL and a slit at back of hem Women's Black Cape-layered dress |

This one from Lulus is perfectly on-theme, with a bustier top and a sheer mesh design

This outfit suits a birthday dinner at a charming French bistro, a garden restaurant, or a daytime-to-evening celebration where you want to strike the balance between spirited and sophisticated

Product Number:#OG4E

Gwyneth Paltrow Gwyneth Paltrow was definitely a winner at the 1999 Oscars as the recipient of the Best Actress award for her turn in Shakespeare in Love (and for slaying the red carpet in this blush pink ball gown)

Style editor Ingela Ratledge Amundson said that shes worn this dress while hosting winter dinner parties and felt put-together but still comfy and relaxed. The quality of the cashmere is great for the price

Meet the Alessandra Gold Ring Halter Neck Maxi Dress, cut in sleek black and made to turn heads without trying too hard