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The rank stripes of 1852 were still in use when the Civil War began, but with the rapid expansion of the navy in the next year there was soon a need to account for newly authorized ranks

They were very well received, she says

"For cocktail, you cant go wrong with a party skirt," Gailliot explains

They have certainly inspired my own style thats a lot less try-hard than it used to be, and I now invest in pieces that last: elevated basics that I can wear again and again, such as a black blazer, a great pair of jeans, a trench coat, a shirt, or a slip dress

The back of the dress features corset boning and a row of fabric-covered buttons, creating a super low open back for a sultry exit

The tasseled waist ties serve as a charming focal point, adding movement and texture to the overall look