Name: Rafaela Maxi
Brand: Black Halo
SKU: BH256
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (155 reviews)

This dress is a must for any formal event!! I was comfortable all night. I wore a size 4 which is true to size. The material is stretchy so it was perfect. I wore 4 inch thick heels. 

The material of this dress felt fantastic and the rouching in the midsection was nice. The sizing of this dress does run small, so you will want to go at least a size up.

I wanted to make sure I was wearing something different than all the other wives at my husbands formal Christmas party and this dress was perfect. The fit was stretchy, comfortable, and the ruching on the front/back kept it from showing any underwear lines. My only issue was that with pantyhose it ever so slightly hiked up as I was walking, so I took them off and was slightly chilly but that fixed the issue. 

A stunning formal dress for winter black tie. It's warm. Snug fit but flattering. 

Wasn’t sure about this dress on my 34C | 27 | 37 figure at six feet tall. Figured waist/torso; hem and sleeves would be too short. But NO! This 6L dress fit perfectly. 

Even the front that gently slid away didn’t bother me (forgot to take fabric tape on vacation). Just allowed it to settle where it fell intentionally exposing my black, silk bra. It looked like an ensemble! Try the dress. You won’t regret it

I wore a 2P at 111 lbs, 5'3.75" - but my itty bitties and grandma bra kept showing (which you can see in the closer pic), so maybe I should've gone with the 0P. Kept me warm at a chilly rehearsal dinner but I felt like it was just ok.

Wore this to the Jeezy concert and it was comfy and warm! Loved it.

Loved this and got so many compliments! I wore a size 10 and it was great. I’d highly recommend shape wear underneath just for extra smoothing. 

The fit up top and throughout the arms is impeccable. A very comfortable bodycon type fit. That said, it was a little shorter than expected. I personally this would look much better on me floor length. I'm not particularly tall. But, if you're after something more casual than formal, this could be a look! In person the fabric has a nice sparkle to it. 

An incredibly flattering and gorgeously sparkly dress! I wore the 10R with sandals but if I were wearing heels I would’ve needed the 10L. Otherwise, it was a perfect fit! Only note is that it doesn’t breathe well, so I wouldn’t recommend for a summer event or anywhere particularly warm.

Super comfy and flattering. The neck line was kind of weird but everyone complimented me so I can’t complain 

I liked this dress a lot! I’m about 18 weeks pregnant in this photo and the dress had good stretch to accommodate a growing bump. Good option for a formal event in the fall or winter, especially if you’re looking for something bump friendly! 

This was my backup dress for a black tie gala and I LOVED it so much more than my first option. It’s stretchy and forgiving. I was worried it would read Mother of the Bride but it was perfect for a black tie October event. I wore with 3-4in platform pumps and liked the Regular length. The petite length was too short for heels. 

This dress was absolutely amazing. Comfortable fitted, but with the roofing was super flattering. The only reason why I’m giving it four stars is because it was a little tricky figuring out the cowl neck and the type of bra/tape/Nip covers to wear. 

This fabric is beautiful and it was so comfy. I got so many compliments- perfect for a fall wedding. Not too long, I’m short and the regular length was perfect with some heels. 

I loved this dress - but should have gone a size up so that there was enough material for the length and for the ruching around the mid-section. It wasn’t too hot even though it was long sleeves.

Great for autumn wedding! I could've worn either the 2 or the 4 but went with the 4 to have a little more wiggle room/comfort while dancing. Was able to wear a regular bra with it. Noting that I'm 5'6, ordered the regular length but only wore 3 inch heels with it so length was great!

Loved this dress so much! Wore it for my 20 year high school reunion (+ a Twista concert in one!). The attire was elevated cocktail, and I got so many compliments all night long! This would also work for a semi formal or even formal wedding guest dress. Bonus that I could wear a regular (plunge) bra with it! I am a size 12 (occasionally 14 if things run smaller) and the 12 fit perfectly. My friend who was a size 0 to 2 rented it last fall for a wedding, and it looked perfect on her too. Would rent again!

Perfect for evening wear. I felt the cut was a bit short at the ankle. Wear nice shoes, as they will be seen. Additionally, I tend to run hot, but I got warm easily in this.

Work to a work gala. Super comfortable, travels so well. I’m 5’8” and so glad I got the tall. Still showed all of my shoes.

Wore this to an outdoor wedding in the redwoods where it was like 60 degrees outside. Fits really well. I'm more of a size 10, 39ish inch hips, and this size was perfect. The only flaw was that I was super bloated from eating and you can see that in the hug of the dress. I didn't even need to wear a bra. It's super flattering and relatively comfortable. Fabric isn't perfect / isn't that soft but does well for an event. 

wore to my friend’s wedding in Iceland, kept me warm and was so cute!

This dress was perfect for a fancy night out. It was floor length, hugged in all the right places and made the girls look amazing. I highly recommend this one. Also I’m short and with heels it was great!

I love the way this dress sparkles, tall girl friendly and tummy friendly. Hourglass shape and long. I’ve worn it with sandals or boots. Love this dress 

This dress is gorgeous I didn't want to take it off 

So pretty and flattering. I have 32" waist and 41" hips, this dress was crazy stretchy so fit curves so nicely. And with the ruching it's flatters the areas I'd usually like to hide like the tummy. I wore 2in heels and the bottom of the dress hit right at the floor so perfect for girls on the shorter side looking for full length dresses!

The fabric was stretchy and comfortable - the bump offset the length and worked out great for me at 4'11 in a 1 inch heel. 

Hugged every curve perfectly and is SO comfortable.

Really enjoyed wearing this dress. Snug AND forgiving. 

I ordered both the 2 and 4, both fit lovely because of the stretchy fabric, but the 4 laid better across the bust. Absolutely stunning dress that awarded lots of compliments. The long sleeves and length was perfect for a February wedding in Napa. 5’6” 125 lbs and 2 months pregnant in the photo, so perfect for accommodating a bloated mini bump and could likely stretch enough for a real bump without sizing up. 

Fit true to size and the long length was perfect. I'm 5'8'' and was wearing 2 inch heels. Definitely order the long length if you are on the taller end.

The color and shimmer of this dress are so unique. Very form fitting but you can wear a normal bra which is nice. 

This dress was beyond comfortable and was so flattering. I’m usually a size 12, and the 12R fit perfectly. Many compliments and the color and style were very flattering! Highly recommend this dress!

Rafaela Maxi

Black Halo

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