formal black velvet dress Flutter Sleeve Trumpet Maxi | Womens | X-Small (Available in 3X, 2X, 1X, M, L) | 100% Polyester | Lulus The neckline Long Halter Black Velvet Slender

Thrives on New Orleans Saints football, The West Wing and taco trucks

SHOP THE LOOK: I wear black year round

Choose a silhouette thats body-skimming without feeling restrictive

Ahead of my summer holidays, I've been reviewing backless bras from the likes of Boux Avenue, Lounge, H&M and Marks & Spencer to see which supports my 34DD chest best and have even worn them to weddings, praying and hoping hold up for hours spent toasting and dancing

a stiff belt at the natural waist works against a round figure

Marquis lace adorns the charming bodice with a romantic sweetheart neckline, while an empire waist flows out into a stunning trumpet skirt in an airy sheer crepe