The little black dress, with something to say. This mesh and jersey stripe bodycon builds its effect through contrast alone: opaque jersey structures the bust and skirt, while two precisely placed sheer mesh bands ; one at the upper chest, one across the waist, open the silhouette just enough to change everything.

Wide shoulder straps frame the neckline cleanly, leaving the shoulders bare without drama. At the back, the mesh panel spans the full torso between the straps, giving depth to what could have been a plain silhouette. The stretch fabric moves without resistance; the knee-length skirt is slim, with a centre back vent that keeps each step unrestricted.

Office dinner, cocktail, club night ; it shifts registers without effort, and looks just as considered at midnight as it did at seven.

• Two-fabric build: opaque jersey and sheer mesh
• Horizontal sheer bands at upper bust and waist
• Round neck, wide shoulder straps, bare shoulders
• Knee-length bodycon skirt with centre back vent
• Stretch fabric, unrestricted fit

This product is in the Outfits collection

Black evening dress 1 piece

• Composition: 80% Polyamide 20% Elastane
• Color: Black
• Made in PRC by Be Lily