Short Sleeve Midi Lace Cocktail Dress vs BerryGo Plus Size Velvet Wrap Maxi Dress

The Dylan & Davids lace midi is the sharper pick for a structured, fitted cocktail look, and its 4.9 rating from 44 owners backs the fit and finish. The BerryGo velvet wrap is the better call for plus-size shoppers who want a long, forgiving maxi with a high slit and a faux-wrap V neck. Build differs: the lace dress is tailored and dense, the velvet dress is soft polyester that needs hand washing.

• Choose the Dylan & Davids lace midi if you want a fitted, structured cocktail dress in black or ivory for a wedding or formal event.
• Choose the BerryGo velvet wrap if you are plus size and want a long-sleeve maxi with a V neck, empire waist and high slit for a semi-formal winter event.