Green off shoulder dresses in floor-length velvet
Our green off shoulder dress is a single gown, sewn in emerald velvet that falls to the floor. It has three-quarter sleeves, a slit at the leg and a close fit from top to hem. We made it for the cold season, for weddings, proms and formal receptions.
Bare shoulders in a warm fabric
Open shoulders in winter sound like a bad idea. Velvet changes that. It’s warmer than satin, so you’ll be comfortable at a celebration in the cold months even with your collarbones on show. The sleeves end below the elbow and cover part of your arms, while the shoulder line stays bare.
The color does a lot by itself. Emerald on velvet is deep and festive, and it doesn’t need decoration. That’s why the dress has none.
How do you get from the car to the hall? A cropped faux-fur jacket will do, and so will a stole. Both come off easily once you’re inside, and neither hides the neckline in photos taken at the door.
Hair, heels and gold with emerald velvet
Show the neckline off. Comb your hair back or pin it up in a bun, and the bare line from neck to shoulder stays visible all night. If you leave it down, it covers the very thing this green off shoulder dress was cut to show.
Wear stilettos. The slit opens as you walk, and a high heel carries the line of your leg right down through it. Gold earrings look best with this green, and we’d add a small clutch in the same metal tone. Keep it to that. Planning to dance? The slit gives your stride room, so the long skirt won’t hold you back.
Getting the fit right on a close-cut gown
This dress hugs your figure, so guessing won’t work. Measure your bust and your hips, then compare both with the size chart. We make it in XS to XL, and XS is about a US 2. Between two sizes? Write to us with your numbers, and our manager will tell you which one is better.
After washing, don’t wring it. Hang it smoothed out on a hanger, far from the radiator. If you’d like to see more before you decide, there’s every off-shoulder style we sew, more green velvet, emerald in other cuts and long dresses with open shoulders.
Frequently asked questions
Do you make the green off shoulder dress in a short length?
No, there’s only this floor-length gown. The slit keeps it easy to walk in.
Will the neckline stay up when I dance?
It depends on the size. Pick it by your bust measurement, so the top sits firmly where it should.
Is emerald velvet right for a wedding guest?
Yes, for a formal wedding in fall or winter. It’s festive without being anywhere near white.
What shade of green is it exactly?
A deep emerald. Velvet makes it look richer than the same color would on a flat fabric.
