The Proverbial Little Black Dress

Scoff if you like, but having one is eminently practical. At first glance, these look similar, but check fabric, silhouette, neckline and sleeves.
Strapless left to right

Fernanda Strapless Midi Dress by Ramy Brook: Satin Charmeuse Asymmetric hemline Ties at the waist Pleats 50% off at $312.50
Embellished Mesh Strapless Midi-Dress by Mac Duggal: bead-embellished midi-dress features an A-line silhouette and a strapless neck Back-zip closure 100% polyester $798.00
Faille Strapless Dress by Amsale: Foldover bandeau neck Pleated skirt Side seam pockets Back zipper and hook closure 100% polyester $440.00
Shoulder Interest left to right

Influential Tie-Shoulder Midi-Dress by Elliatt: Fitted silhouette with a notched sweetheart neckline. Removable tie-shoulder details Square back Concealed back-zipper closure 70% viscose/25% nylon/5% spandex $240.00
The Sandra Dress by Sachin & Babi: 48″ Long Back Zipper 4-Way Stretch Crepe 100% Polyester One shoulder drape with partial bow $425.00
Asymmetric Velvet Cocktail Dress by Donna Karan New York: Asymmetric neck Long sleeves Ruched bodice Straight hem Side zip closure 50% polyester/ 50% elastane-spandex Lining: 100% polyester $495.00
Sleeves left to right

Origami Sleeve Dress by Badgley Mischka: Straight neckline Short sleeves Back slit Concealed back zip closure Polyester $465.00
Legacy Structured Midi-Dress by Zhivago: Structured shoulders. Back slit Deep V-neck Long sleeves Back-zipper closure Figure hugging 95% polyester/5% elastane Self-lined $550.00
Metallic Midi Dress by Norma Kamali: Crewneck Drop shoulders Long sleeves Pullover style Fishtale skirt 95% polyester/5% spandex $245.00
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