She changed that relationship between the garment and the body, says Danielle Whitfield, senior curator of fashion and textiles at the National Gallery of Victoria (Australia), dressing the female form in a different way, liberating femininity. The American market was the most enthusiastic about the little black dress and how accessible it seemed to be, following the introduction of the Ford dress in Vogue
Finished with a classic a-line silhouette and a velvet band and hemline, it's the perfect dress for cocktail parties and special occasion
How to Accessorize: Complement this look with delicate accessories, such as a thin gold necklace or dainty bracelets
The figure flattering fit and flare style and minimalist strap detail make this piece deceptively simple, until the bride-to-be turns around
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Hanna Lustig is a staff writer at Marie Claire , where she gets to gab every day about the topics she holds most dear: fashion, beauty, and celebrity