Fit : Fitted bodice with a flowy, tulle skirt Waistline : Defined, often at the natural waist Length : Can end anywhere between the ankle and knee, often with 3-5 layers of tulle Occasion : For when you're feeling like the main character in a fairy tale Mobility : Twirl-worthy, but watch those layers Common materials : Tulle, satin for the bodice Flattering Features : Cinches the waist, while the skirt flows gracefully Seasonality : More of a spring/summer vibe, but who's stopping you in winter
"As artistic depictions of wealthy Belle Epoque women showed them in fashionable black reception dresses and luxurious evening gowns, the urban working woman was adopting her own simple black dress, in coarse matte fabrics - a style soon to be appropriated by Chanel." But before then, the death of King Edward VII in 1910, brought a further rush for funeral wear, including that year's "Black Ascot" which inspired many later designers
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The open back and ruched detailing enhance its flattering silhouette, while the maxi-length hem adds a touch of glamour