sue wong silk dress Vintage Y2K Beaded Chiffon The bodice features delicate beading and the skirt falls into a handkerchief hem that moves with a fairy Vintage Sue Wong Nocturne Green

It has a floor-length tulle skirt, sequin details throughout, a lace-up back, and two sets of dainty straps (one pair that holds up the dress and another that hangs below your shoulders)

By 2007, the silhouette tightened

Starting with the late 18th century, the term "evening or ball gown" emerged, as balls and formal dances were no longer the sole domain of royals and aristocrats

Occasion: Whether it's a wedding, prom, gala, or any special occasion, this timeless long dress is your perfect companionblending sophistication with effortless grace for unforgettable moments

Bra-friendly neck and backlines (like this high-neck style from Reformation) are a bonus, too

Milan Fashion Week 2002 At the Versace Spring/Summer 2003 show, Spears stunned in a legendary nude mesh dress hand-embroidered with multicolored beads