Forever Royalty Velvet Midi Dress vs Vivian Velvet Mini Dress

Buy the Forever Royalty if you want a sleeveless, V-neck midi in a bold red with built-in padded cups and a lined body. Buy the Vivian if you want long sleeves, a mock neck and a shorter 34-inch mini in black or wine. The Vivian has a 4.5 rating from 91 owners and a stretchier nylon-blend shell; the Forever Royalty is the more covered, dressier midi with a fuller lining. Both are ruched velvet with back zippers and plus sizes.

• Choose the Forever Royalty if you want a sleeveless V-neck midi with padded cups and a full lining for a formal evening.
• Choose the Vivian if you want a long-sleeve mock-neck mini with a stretchy nylon-blend shell and a choice of black or wine.