Karen Millen

Women's Black Crystal Trim Velvet Top

A wide arc of glass crystal embellishment frames the scoop neckline - rows of stones graduating in size to create a collar-like effect that draws the eye immediately upward. Cut sleeveless with a close, body-skimming silhouette that sits neatly against the torso without pulling - the elastane content gives it just enough give to move with you. Velvet fabric lends the surface a soft, light-catching depth that reads as considered and polished without trying too hard. The lined construction means it sits smoothly against the skin with no transparency - wear it tucked in or loose without adjusting throughout the evening. Hand wash only with mild detergent, steam iron recommended - a small concession for a piece that genuinely earns the care. Note that some diamant loss may occur over time with wear and cleaning. The crystal trim does the work of a necklace, which means this top asks very little else of you. Worn with tailored wide-leg trousers and a pointed heel, it holds its own at a formal dinner or wedding reception without needing a statement accessory layered on top. The model here pairs it with a crystal choker, which amplifies the embellishment if you want to push the look further - though the top stands confidently alone. For a black-tie adjacent event, tuck it into a floor-length skirt with a back split and keep the rest of the look restrained: a sleek updo, minimal ear jewellery, a structured evening bag. The velvet surface means it photographs beautifully under low lighting, which makes it particularly well-suited to evening occasions where the setting does as much as the outfit. This is a piece that works hardest when everything else around it is kept deliberately simple. | Karen Millen Crystal Trim Velvet Top in Black | Size Small Colour: black