ann taylor denim dress Petite Dresses Classic denim dress with timeless appeal Ann Taylor Weekend Collection Denim

Case in point: this velvet gown

Round 16 to the length you desire: Continue working the griddle stitch into each stitch, including the chain 4s that make up the underarm area

Why silver works: Adds modern edge Breaks monotony of gold Enhances evening sparkle Best combination: Champagne gold dress + silver stilettos Sequined gold dress + metallic silver heels Do Rose Gold Shoes Go With a Gold Dress

Whether you're attending a wedding, prom, or any other formal event, this dress is sure to turn heads

I did my best to keep as many of the original features as possible -the dropped waist, the princess seams, the full skirt (although I swopped out the rigid gathered skirt for the swishy semi-circular one to earn Good Mother points with Kate) and the puffish sleeves