ribbed knit sweater dress AKOEE for Women Short Length Mock Neck Long Sleeve Fit and Flare Fall A-Line Mini Dresses (2xl, Wine), Women's, Red 32 Elevate your night Karight Women's Turtleneck Textured Lantern

A velvet blazer like this one from Boden and matching velvet pants still scream dressy and festive, but its comfortable, polished, and a great alternative to a dress

Recipe Variations Avocado Ranch Dressing Replace the pickle juice with lime juice and add 1 whole ripe avocado, peeled and chopped

Taste the dip before serving and add extra seasoning if needed

The black-colored chunky ankle boots will add a touch of sophistication and comfort to your attire

Her powerful stance and slightly mischievous smize say, "I'm carrying the future and I know it." A form-fitting top with long sleeves and a plunging neckline balance out the tumbling folds of loosely draped satin at the base of the gown, which InStyle reports was designed by Michael Costello

Smocked front and back bodice