off the shoulder dress velvet ZAPAKA Women Holiday Party Burgundy Cocktail Dress with Pleated, Dark Green / S Increases mobility and adds a sharp detail to the long Dali Off Shoulder Velvet Mini

Its calm and refined hue brings a contemporary elegance to traditional attire, making it a stylish and sophisticated choice

Lets break down why it works with her mini cocktail dress

Meester opted for a strapless baby pink Miu Miu gown embroidered with clear lunettes and accented with a yellow satin detail at the neckline

No matter the style, velvet dresses bring an opulent touch to any event

They were invented in the 1800s, but won their cultural cred later: the Beatles gave them a massive co-sign in the 60s, then Hedi Slimane anchored his Saint Laurent rocker suits with them while rappers stacked their denim on top of Chelsea boots during the 2010s

For a black dress and leather jacket combination that will turn heads, look to the one style icon who could never be called boring: Cher