A velvet A-line midi dress with long sleeves and a high neckline meets cocktail standards through December
Blog cover image courtesy of Sarah Murray Photography & Nate Bittinger.
These include a thermal layer underneath your mini that's either invisible (a vest) or visible (a long-sleeved polo neck that makes a nice contrast to your dress), as well as opaque tights, knee-high boots or shearling-lined ballet pumps and, last but not least, a winter coat to envelop your body in warmth but also provide a soaring juxtaposition with your frock's high-and-mighty hemline
Complete the look with teardrop earrings and heels
To rehydrate them, I applied Big Mamas Butta using a soft cloth: It not only hydrates and protects, but there are four fabulous scents as well as an unscented version
5.2 Storing Store your dresses in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading