dress club Elegant Black strapless with brown and Black pattern for women Halter Material Women Black Club Dress V-Neck

Easily dressed up or down

A buttoned-down Christian Dior dress commissioned by Wallis Simpson in 1949, and a fit and flare evening dress designed by Norman Hartnell for Princess Margaret in the 1950s, play into the idea of rebel royals, with black having traditionally been reserved for mourning

Which of the five will you be

Occasions: Suitable for weddings, galas, evening affairs, or special celebrations

The dresses are fancier than your typical boho streetwear, but feature elements that bring them down to earth, like floral appliques, billowy sleeves and flowy skirts

Polyester, satin, and anything with a plastic sheen catch harsh reflections in bright coastal light and look synthetic in photos