red elegant dress for women Showstopping Formal Dresses La Divine CC475 This sleek fitted gown features a strapless scoop neckline and a fully beaded bodice that catches the light from every angle La Divine CC475 Elegant Fitted

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pair a cropped tuxedo pant with a bold shoe

Our top shapewear dress picks Best for Everyday: SpanxSmooth Jersey Strapless Midi-Dress, $138 Best for Weddings and Special Occasions: Popilush Shapewear Maxi Dress, $139 Best Shaping Slip: Shapermint Essentials Open Bust Shaper Slip Dress, $55 $33 Best shapewear dresses for work and everyday I love how versatile this Spanx dress is for everyday wearit works for the office, the weekend, or even a wedding, depending on how I style it, says Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs

If you want to try a longer style, say a midi-length (like this dress shown below), its best to offset the longer hemline with a fitted top that accentuates your waistline

The line between formal and semi-formal has blurred a bit over the years, but there are still some golden rules to keep in mind