A couple of Novembers ago I went to the opening of the new medieval galleries at the Victoria and Albert museum in London. It was an all out medieval masked gathering—people showed up as knights and princesses looking like they just walked off a movie set. As a history major, I was pretty excited, but this occasion also afforded me the excuse to head to the Topshop flagship store on Oxford Street in search of the perfect dress. Although I love the dress I settled on, the one I really wanted was the ultimate medieval-esque minidress. To this day I kick myself for not splurging on it: it was black velvet, strapless with a sweetheart top, and embroidered with sequined birds and flowers like those on a tapestry.
Jones + Jones Gold Metallic Pleated Sarah Dress, Jones + Jones, £65
So this season of holiday parties, I recommend looking to the masquerade ball for inspiration. Think dark velvets with gold detailing, mirrored ballrooms and the swish of silk...
Enzo Angiolini 'Torrez' Pump, nordstrom.com, $119.95
Golden Cup Dress, topshop.com, £45
Swanky Very Much Clutch, modcloth.com, $40
Diamond Waistband Dress By Annie Greenabelle, topshop.com, $62
Jones + Jones Ellie Dress (sold out)
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