black maxi dress formal Ashley - US 18 A subtle front slit at the skirt adds ease of movement for standing and walking Pandora Black Dropped Waist Maxi

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Maybe skip the pattern, go monochrome, and drop it to floor-lengthbut keep the bagginess and and pair it with more structured pieces

Making the knit more fitted at the waist accentuated the lower belly area, so I opted for a relaxed fit with belt for adding optional waist definition

Featuring an exciting cowboy print, this dress encapsulates the iconic Western aesthetic