Burgundy colored prom dresses with slits and sleeves

Floor-length velvet with a slit you can walk in

The floor-length cut closes at the neck and runs its sleeves to the wrist, so the only skin you show is the leg in the slit. The sleeves are warm. You won’t need a wrap at the venue, and the deep wine color looks darker still in warm hall lighting.

Pick heels high enough that the hem clears the floor, then try the dress on wearing that exact pair. A centimeter or two changes everything here.

There’s a long-sleeve maxi too, with its slit at the leg. It only opens when you step, and your shoes show each time, so suede or patent in a matching shade is worth it.

A note about timing. Velvet is our cold-season fabric. We show it in the catalog from fall through winter, so it works best for winter formals and proms held on chilly nights.

Off the shoulder in the prom photos

Two of our floor-length cuts leave the shoulders bare, with sleeves that end below the elbow. One fits close from the shoulder line all the way down. A big side slit keeps it easy to dance in. Wear your hair in a sleek low bun so the neckline stays clear in pictures.

Gold jewelry, not silver.

Not into floor length? We also make a fitted velvet midi with a V-neck and long sleeves. A cut that close needs an exact size, so measure your bust and hips before you choose.

Want a short hem with covered arms? Our marsala wrap mini, a shade deeper than burgundy, is 88 cm long with long sleeves, and the one-sleeve burgundy mini bares a single shoulder. Both are fun for a prom after-party or a winter dance where you’d rather move than glide. For more ideas, compare our long wine-red gowns, the burgundy formal page or the full prom collection.

Frequently asked questions

Is velvet okay for a spring prom?

On a cool evening, sure. In a packed, hot hall it’ll feel warm, because it’s a dense winter fabric.

How long should a floor-length gown be?

Long enough to brush the tops of your shoes when you stand in heels. Check it in your prom heels. Barefoot, it should look a little too long, and that’s fine.

Do I need a strapless bra for the off-shoulder styles?

Yes, in a skin tone.

Which sizes do you sew?

XS to XL, and the XL runs roughly 10 % higher in cost.