Sofía Vergara and Oprah’s Sexy Summer Dresses Share 1 Flattering Detail

Despite summer supposedly being a time of rest, we book out our calendars with weeks worth of obligations, including graduations, weddings, and engagement parties. I battle through these trenches (I’m kidding, kind of), the same way any well-prepared soldier would—outfitted in the proper gear. I’ve stood through lengthy bridesmaids’ toasts in

comfortable heels and kept my cool at outdoor ceremonies in sweat-wicking linen separates (“R” is always far down on the graduate list!). And, I owe my latest formal-wear obsession to Sofía Vergara. Her ruched dress is so flattering and attention-grabbing, it always gives me the confidence to lead the conga line.

Rather than cutting down the body in a straight line, this universal form-enhancing design elegantly folds fabric to highlight or create the illusion of curves. Plus, the body-hugging fit balances a modest midi-length to make the look simultaneously elevated and sexy. While Vergara’s practical crossbody bag and statement gold earrings drew my attention, the dress’s ruched design is the key detail that makes the look a knockout. (I know, because Oprah wore a long-sleeved version of the same style, and again, the eye-catching design made me immediately snap up several iterations of the outfit.)