Long Floral Lace Flutter Sleeve Evening Dress vs Kiyonna Maria Lace Evening Gown

Buy the Kiyonna Maria if you want a plus-size cut, stretch lace you can move in, and pockets. Buy the Long Floral Lace gown if you want a high neck, flutter sleeves and a black-on-nude lace look for a black-tie event. The Kiyonna is the more forgiving, wearable gown; the lace-appliqué dress is the more dramatic one. Owners of Kiyonna gowns consistently praise the fit and the pockets, while the flutter-sleeve dress draws comments for its photographed look rather than its comfort.

• Choose the Long Floral Lace gown if you want a high neck, sheer flutter sleeves and a bold black-lace-over-nude look for a formal evening.
• Choose the Kiyonna Maria if you want a stretch-lace A-line with a surplice neckline and pockets, sized for curvy figures.