• Velvet mini dress cut close to the body with a square neckline and thin embellished straps that catch the light as you move.
• Hand-beaded glass beads and plastic sequins are worked into sweeping celestial motifs - starburst clusters, scrolling arches and scattered dot constellations - covering the entire dress from neckline to hem.
• The embellishment is densest at the neckline and hem, framing the silhouette and giving the dress a finished, intentional structure rather than an all-over scatter effect.
• Sits at a true mini length, fitting snugly through the body so the velvet holds its shape and the beadwork lies flat against the fabric without pulling.
• Lined throughout for comfort, and requires cool hand washing separately - the glass beads and sequin work need careful handling to keep the embellishment intact.

New Year's Eve, a winter birthday dinner, a late-night party - this is the dress that was made for rooms with low lighting and a reason to get dressed up. The velvet base gives it weight and depth, while the all-over beading means it does its own talking without needing much else. The square neckline keeps it sharp rather than overly revealing, making it just as right for a seated dinner as it is for the dance floor later. The model wears hers with nothing but the dress itself, letting the embellishment carry the look entirely - a smart move. If you want to add something, keep it minimal: a strappy heeled sandal and a small clutch are all it needs. Avoid heavy jewellery; the neckline strap already has sparkle built in. This is a piece that works hardest when you resist the urge to layer over it.