Z Supply Midnight Tansy Midi Dress

The short version

If you have a wedding, a holiday dinner or a date night on the calendar and nothing to wear, start here. The Midnight Tansy is a navy midi with a small light floral, soft billowy sleeves and a side slit that lets it move when you walk. It feels special without feeling like a costume, and it's just as easy to dress down with boots and a denim jacket.

Fit notes

• An easy, straight shape that skims your body instead of clinging. It isn't fitted at the waist, so it's forgiving through the middle. Runs true to size.
• Midi length. On Kendra (5'5") it falls to just above the ankle. If you're petite, plan on it hitting at the ankle.
• Full-length sleeves gathered into an elastic cuff, so they stay put when you push them up.
• A side slit for walking and dancing. It's not too high.
• A keyhole at the back of the neck with a covered button. No zipper, it pulls on over your head.
• Unlined, but not see-through, so no slip needed.
• Kendra is 5'5" and wearing a size small.

Fabric and feel

Z Supply's Feather Crepe: lightweight, drapey and soft, with a little texture. 50% rayon and 50% viscose, so it breathes well when you're dancing at a reception. Machine wash cold and hang to dry.

Why it's worth it

At $148.98, this is a dress you'll wear far more than once. A wedding in October, Thanksgiving dinner, a holiday party in December and date nights all winter. Wear it four or five times this season and it's already earned its spot in your closet.

3 ways to wear it

1. Wedding guest: nude or metallic heels, gold earrings and a small clutch. Add a cropped jacket if the reception is outdoors.
2. Date night or holiday dinner: tall brown boots and the Luxie Faux Fur Vest on top. Cozy and dressed up at the same time.
3. Church to brunch: low block heels or ballet flats, a camel coat and a structured bag like the Marsilee Shoulder Bag.

Pairs well with

• Luxie Faux Fur Vest
• Marsilee Shoulder Bag
• Beverly Brown Fawn Faux Fur Purse