black high fashion dress Avenelle Black Maxi Dress with Gloves

The flattering mermaid silhouette hugs your curves in all the right places before dramatically flaring out at the hem, creating a show-stopping hourglass figure

Wear them together for a complete layered look or style the outer dress separately as a tunic over linen pants or shorts, creating different looks for everyday wear, vacations, or relaxed summer occasions

Fit: A form fitting bodice with a full skirt

The pattern includes instructions on how to alter the dress for various body types, including different cup sizes, hip measurements, waist ratios, and torso lengths

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