long off shoulder dress A-Line Satin The 12 / Black Shiny tulle catches light softly Maxi Off Shoulder Dress Floor-Length

Impractical shoes may have their place, but for summer, put aside the spindly stilettos and chuck on a pair of sturdy cowboy boots, designed for whatever heady adventures you decide to get up to. The combo Ive been seeing most often is a floaty white boho dress with black cowboy boots, but really, you can opt for nearly any pairing as its the silhouette that works

It disappears rather than competes

A Sleek Tunic and Fitted Pants Dresses and skirts may require less styling, but pants are also on the list of approvals

Coats are an extra fun option because, once you put them away in the cloakroom, you will be able to dramatically reveal your cocktail dress, especially if you choose a striking color

Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images Cynthia Erivo, 2025 Cynthia Erivo commanded attention in a Nicolas Ghesquire dress featuring an off-the-shoulder neckline and a larger-than-life ballgown skirt