black dress wedding The Gothic Diva 8 This avant Vintage Gothic Mermaid Boho Lace

Midi styles in velvet, satin, or heavy silk feel formal enough without requiring a full gown

The dress, designed by Christina Stambolian, made headlines for its daring silhouette and for its timing

This time around, she tapped into this summers raffia trend, toting a tan woven handbag with black leather straps that wrapped around the entirety of the purse

The flattering off-the-shoulder neckline and a-line silhouette

It's a bit more fitted than I thought it would be, but it still looks amazing

Think about which style tribe the shoes belong to and ask yourself whether rest of your outfit feels in step with that group