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Take advantage of the high slit and style this wow-worthy velvet gown with some stand-out shoes, like these sparkly heels

But brown shoes can offer similar formality with superior style

If you like the style but do not have any dress like this, you can use printed fabric or color blocking to create the appearance of an empire waist

Featuring an asymmetric neckline to sculpt your shoulders, with a draped detail for a romantic edge

The truth is the colors of the dress in the photograph are a murky brown and a greyish lavender

The square neck draws attention to your collarbones and creates the illusion of a longer neck, while the puff sleeves embellished with pearl add a touch of elegance to the dress