OOTD - Scarlett and Jo fishtail velvet maxi dress in Midnight

Hello!

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas? I did. Here's what I wore on Christmas Day - the Scarlett and Jo fishtail velvet maxi dress in Midnight.

*This post was put up before I became aware of a controversy on the Scarlett and Jo Facebook page. I've voiced some thoughts about this issue (and the bigger picture it plays into with regards to UK plus size brands cocking up on social media) on Twitter. I'm considering my position re: my Scarlett and Jo ambassador role.*

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress occasion dress Christmas dress



I felt a million dollars in this dress. I can't even walk normally in it, I sashay! It gives me a whole new attitude and a spring in my step. I've included way too many photos so forgive me for being in love with myself this once? :)
Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress occasion dress Christmas dress party dress ball gown

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress occasion dress Christmas dress, party dress, ball gown, white tie event, races, Ascot

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress occasion dress Christmas dress, party dress, ball gown, white tie event, races, Ascot, award ceremony, plus size velvet dress
Even at an 'unflattering' angle I still love this dress on me.

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress occasion dress Christmas dress, party dress, ball gown, white tie event, races, Ascot, award ceremony, plus size velvet dress,

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

Scarlett and Jo Fishtail Velvet Maxi Dress in Midnight, deep navy plus size dress, plus size occasion dress, plus size Christmas dress, plus size party dress, plus size ball gown, plus size white tie event, races, Ascot, plus size award ceremony dress, plus size velvet dress

I'm wearing a size 28 and it's soft, stretchy, errs slightly on the generous side and is a joy to wear. It's not that rough velvet you sometimes get on lesser quality garments, but a luxurious fabric which catches the light as you move. I got so many compliments on this dress on Christmas day, and my aunt wants one too!

If you have a special event at any time of the year you're guaranteed to feel glorious in this dress.  This is the perfect dress for dressy occasions such as the races, Ascot, awards ceremonies, white tie events, parties, functions etc.

I'm wearing:

Antlers, my aunt's
Scarlett and Jo fishtail velvet maxi dress in Midnight similar here here
Brooch, eBay similar here
Shoes, past season Very similar here

Thanks for reading today and always! Thanks for your comments all throughout the year. Without you I'd be talking into the ether. I'm wishing you all a happy and healthy 2016. xoxo

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