One of the main reasons why clothes looked so beautiful on women in the 1930s-1950s ,regardless of their body type, is that they all wore proper foundation garments
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Like women, there was a craze for fitness wear, classic American workwear, preppy styles and power dressing (Laver 276)
While silhouette establishes the overall shape of a gown, these design elements influence comfort, balance, and personal style
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and an evening bag of silk, satin, peau de soie, velvet, or brocade material Jewelry same as for cocktail party [sparkly earrings and bracelet or simple button earrings and a very simple gold or silver necklace], only slightly more of it A fur, if you have one Longer is better, but always keep it below knee length Dont be afraid to be bold and add color to your dress Explore this chapter: 9 Advanced Black Tie & Tux Coverage 9.1 Black Tie, Tuxedo & White Tie Evening Wear Glossary 9.2 Black Tie Dress Code for Women Ladies Evening Wear 9.3 Tuxedo Black Tie Myths & Merits Debunked 9.4 Orders Decorations & Medals with Black Tie & White Tie 9.5 Clerical Formal Wear 9.6 Military Formal Attire Mess Dress 9.7 Scottish Highland Dress, Irish, and Welsh Formal Black Tie & White Tie Attire 9.8 Womens Tuxedos and Tailcoats 9.9 Smoking Jacket Guide 9.10 Formal Evening Wedding Attire & Etiquette 9.11 How To Wear A Tuxedo Like James Bond