I'm not sure why they call this "black" because what you see in this pictures depicted is pretty much the shade in person. the fabric itself is lovely. it made my wider hips look smaller! :)

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pros:
- drapes beautifully on the body, especially for curvier gals.
- not black but a deep navy/velvet look and feel.
- very forgiving and stretchy.
- perfect length in front and back.
- hides imperfections wonderfully.
- soft, flows well, and unique!

cons:
- material is thin, not for winter a