selena gomez in purple dress Wore a Corset Minidress to 2023 MTV VMAs After-Party Selena Gomez is radiant in

The cowl neckline brings an artful, draped quality that reads considered rather than try-hard - the kind of detail that makes a look feel intentional without overthinking it

Embellishment: Ruched

You can even make your own if you have extra fabric from a sewing or reupholstery project

Some fancier days dresses had pleats and gathers that formed a wrap dress bodice

As it's an easy, no-fuss way to add an unexpected colorful touch to casual denim

(If preppy is your style, read this post, too!) A polo shirt dress, like the Tuckernuck Rugby Dress, works perfectly, or the Callahan Shirt Dress from Tuckernuck works beautifully, too