purple lace homecoming dress Giselle Short Bodycon – Newinlook lined skirt with layers of embroidered tulle in a flirty A qolati Sparkly Sequin Lace Homecoming

Make ahead: The dressing can be made 3 days ahead and the toppings can be prepped up to 1 day ahead

We're turning this season into a 31-day Halloween extravaganza, so it only makes sense that we incorporate all kinds of costume opportunities

Neckline: Scoop neck

And, considering the price, no one would blame you for buying more than one

Congratulate your exciting evening in this long metallic formal dress with pleats everywhere

There is a particular silhouette that says "mid-century" more clearly than almost any other object: a slim gold watch on a slim leather strap, its dial uncluttered, its case barely thicker than a coin