womens lace maxi dress Baltic Born Summerlin Top | Blue Boho lace bodice Black Lace Sleeveless Maxi Dress

This dress is beautifully elevated with its cable knit design and gold buttons down the front that you can easily wear it for a casual coffee date with friends (paired with these sneakers and this suede tote bag), for the office (with these camel block heels), or for a cool fall day of sightseeing in the city (just toss on this taupe coat, seen here to keep extra warm)

More often than not this is also going to be a collar that you pair with a bow tie, not a traditional tie

The plunging neckline, spaghetti straps over the shoulders, and V-back add a touch of drama, while the invisible back zipper with hook and eye closure ensures a seamless look

Minimalist Crepe Cowl Neck, $112 This cowl neck gown makes a perfect black tie wedding guest dress

Or, for a ladies night out bachelorette party, you cant go wrong with a flirty red dress, or a body con cocktail dress