A long lace evening dress reads as formal and romantic in a way that a shorter dress simply cannot match. Floor length changes how a dress photographs and how you feel wearing it. The lace detail works across the full length rather than concentrating at the top or hem. These are the dresses for galas and fancy dinners and milestone celebrations. The length needs to fit your height so it actually touches the ground rather than looking accidentally short. These are the long lace dresses that make an entrance without trying too hard.