the black velvet dress featuring crystal and pearl embroidery Gowns Absolute glamour informs the aesthetic of a strapless velvet gown fixed with a showy satin bow at the back. SISTER BLOOM: Demi Black Velvet

I styled them here with a more casual fall outfit as well

Part of an ongoing series of 29Secrets stories, taking a deep dive into the history of legendary beauty products and iconic fashion moments By Christopher Turner Illustration by Michael Hak It was the spring of 1994 when of-the-moment English heartthrob Hugh Grant was upstaged at the premiere of his soon-to-be-hit film Four Weddings and a Funeral not by a co-star or his sultry date, Elizabeth Liz Hurley, but by the black Versace safety pin dress that would turn her into an overnight star

She routinely took to the small screen in fashion that Gen Z swoons over, including psychedelic prints, mini-skirts, coordinating sets and fur- and feather-trimmed knits

Mermaid styles also work well for those wanting a more fitted look

A black cocktail dress is a perfect fit for a date night, wedding, homecoming, brunch or church