off shoulder dress in black Paige The Mini - US 4 Shoulder Long Sleeve Maxi Dress KADIE OFF SHOULDER MAXI DRESS

Whether you want a subtle touch or a full-glam moment, these dresses prove that bold can still be elegant

Best spring midi-dresses The cut of a midi is well-suited to finicky transitional weather: long enough to shield against surprise cold fronts but still able to catch a warm afternoon breeze

Perfect For: Formal occasions and black-tie events

Designed with a statement neckline, this angular detail is accentuated with swirling embellishment and flowing cape sleeves

Part One (1760-1850) traces the era of tails and the frock coat, the emergence of the pantaloon and the influence of Anglomania on European fashion

The romantic shoulder For an air of romance and whimsy, a puffed-up sleeve that reveals a flash of shoulder is always a safe bet