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Jackie Kennedy was seen wearing a box pleat swing skirt with bow belt, which became very trendy for a few years

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The moody floral print and structured silhouette harken back to wartime utility-inspired dresses, while the added feminine details like the snap-off bow bring a sense of charm and drama that was quintessential to post-war fashions

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