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Thin shoulder straps create a statement as they lace up over the open back of this gorgeous long satin evening gown, while the hip-skimming long skirt ends the style with a thigh-high side slit

Below are some of our favorite footwear options and how you can style each with a black dress

Pair it with white sneakers for lunch with the girls and add some black heels for a sultry night time-look

A black-tie gala calls for a showstopping gown that evokes luxury

There are a few ways to attach an outsole to the upper, but the tried and true method is a Goodyear welt

Necklines: Popular options include sweetheart, V-neck, off-the-shoulder, and bateau necklines