black formal maternity dress Eleanor Gown a high neckline and a striking side split Ianthe | Black Asymmetric-Neck Maternity

And not only does the square-necked midi dress look as good as any of the designer "nap dresses", but it also comes in a range of 31 colours

The lustrous fabric catches the light beautifully as you move, whilst the plunging neckline and striking thigh-high slit create a silhouette that demands attention

And I wanted to get it right, so I did an internal replication of these findings before seeking publication, which delayed publication by well over a year

This is because our brains are able to maintain some level of what is known as color constancyin essence, calibrating the color of the object to account for the color of the light

These styles consistently meet the dress code's formality while offering versatility across seasons

- Our Model: 5ft 8in, wearing size 18 Regular