long sleeve gothic dress Black Gwendolyn Velvet and Lace Gown Medium Inspired by Victorian Lilith's Rage Long Sleeve Dress

A fabric with some stretch is the most comfortable for an active night, so consider how much you will be dancing when you choose

Molly Goddard featured the technique on many pieces in her spring runway show, whose voluminous tulle shapes err on the maximalist side of things

A pristine T-shirt, indigo jeans and box-fresh trainers from a minimalist brand like Uniform Standard can look dressier than a wrinkled shirt, stained trousers and scuffed shoes

Not in the mood for sneakers but dress shoes don't seem too appropriate? Check out the Toms Preston oxford

Slim fit for a polished look

For a more flexible fit, you can choose our Luxe Lace Underwire Smoothing Bustier, which has triangle cups and side boning