Looking Your Way Velvet Bow Mini Dress vs Vivian Velvet Mini Dress

The Vivian Velvet Mini Dress is the safer buy for most shoppers. It has long sleeves, a mock neck and a stretchier velvet blend, and it holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 91 owners. The Looking Your Way dress is the pick when you want a sleeveless, square-neck party look with bow and faux pearl detail. On build, the Vivian's 10% spandex shell and invisible zipper read as more substantial; the Looking Your Way is a lighter pull-on with a smocked back and needs hand washing.

• Choose the Looking Your Way if you want a sleeveless burgundy velvet mini with a square neck, bow-and-pearl waist detail and an easy pull-on fit for parties.
• Choose the Vivian if you want long sleeves, a mock neck and a stretchier velvet mini that comes in black or wine and in plus sizes.