Velvet, floor to wrist. The Black Velvet Gothic Fishtail Gown is a full-length black dress cut in a trumpet silhouette — close through the body, flaring below the knee — with dramatic bell sleeves that widen all the way to the hand. It is the gothic matriarch look, and it does not need a single accessory to land.

It is made from polyester velvet with a medium stretch, so it holds a slim line without being rigid, and the O-neck pullover cut means no zip to fight with. The skirt runs 59 to 61 inches, ankle length on most people. Sizes run S through XL, and because the velvet stretches, the chart below gives bust and waist as ranges rather than fixed numbers — all in US inches. Between two sizes, take the larger one.

It suits Halloween parties and costume contests, gothic and vampire themes, witch and dark-fairytale looks, seances and haunted-house nights, stage work and photo shoots. Straight dark hair and a pale base finish the costume read. Out of costume season it is simply a long black velvet dress, which is why this one tends to stay in the wardrobe rather than the loft. The bell sleeves are the detail people remember, so let them hang rather than pushing them up.

What's Included

• 1 x Black velvet gown — a single garment, complete on its own
• Not included: any wigs, footwear, jewelry and accessories that might be shown in the photos

Size & Fit

Every measurement here is taken from the gown itself and listed in US inches. Bust and waist are shown as ranges because the velvet stretches — the lower figure is how it sits relaxed, the upper is how far it gives. Skirt length is measured from the waist. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger one.

Details

• Material: Polyester velvet, medium stretch
• Color: Black
• Style: Full-length trumpet / fishtail gown with flared bell sleeves, women’s fit
• Neckline and closure: Round neck, pullover — no zip or buttons
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Care: Hand wash cold with a mild detergent, or dry clean. Do not wring velvet — press the water out instead
• Drying: Hang to dry away from direct heat and sunlight
• Safety: Costume fabric is not flame resistant — keep away from open flame, candles and lit pumpkins. The gown is ankle-length with long sleeves, so take care on stairs and around candles
• Note: Sold as the gown only