The fashion trends that celebrities sport during red carpet events often trickle down to non-celebrities. In the past, we have seen the peplum dress and the high-low silhouette become popular among both celebrities and regular people. However, this year, no clear trend has emerged until Selena Gomez donned a pencil dress during the American Music Awards. The Givenchy spring ’14 collection dress, which was originally ankle-grazing with a looser skirt, was modified by Gomez to have a formfitting finish that falls closer to a midi length. The dress features ruby sequins and an open-back with black tubing outlining the halter neckline, adding a dramatic flair to Gomez’s overall look. The pencil dress shape is expected to be a hit at holiday parties this year.

The image of a pencil silhouette is not new. During this year’s Emmys, Maisie Williams chose to wear a shorter hemline instead of a floor-length dress. In contrast, Kim Kardashian has been wearing a longer length, body-hugging skirt for the past year. Opting for a fitted skirt that ends at the slimmest part of your calf can make you feel elegant and sophisticated. It is also a more contemporary option than the traditional red-carpet floor-sweeping gowns. Additionally, it is effortless to move around in, without worrying about tripping over too-long hems or adjusting too-short ones. It’s a perfect style for all occasions.