Ruching on a black mesh dress adds texture and visual interest that elevates the piece beyond plain mesh. Side ruching creates shape and definition. Ruching at the bust provides lift and support. Ruching at the hip adds dimension and usually flatters most body shapes. The ruching also means the dress reads as intentionally designed and considered rather than just a transparent piece thrown together. On black mesh the ruching sits subtly without the high-contrast that would happen on a lighter colour. The ruched sections also tend to provide practical benefits in terms of coverage and shaping which means the dress works both aesthetically and practically. These are the black mesh dresses that have enough detail and intention behind their construction that they read as genuinely considered pieces rather than costumey or cheap.