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The flat hats were made from dark blue wool and commonly featured an embroidered headband of the ship name the sailor belonged to on the front of the brim

Go a little more foot-loose and fancy-free with a pair of strappy snakeskin-print block heels

We had our heart set on telling the story in that way and opening with this dress, so were delighted weve been able to see that mission through. The exhibition looks at fashions through the decades, from early pieces by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Jean Muir to contemporary designers and brands such as Gareth Pugh, Simone Rocha and Off-White

The result still seeming a bit too sour, and my having finally twigged to the fact that the mayonnaise I was using contained vinegar, I decided to halve the amount of vinegar

Silk, chiffon, and velvet fabrics work beautifully for these sophisticated settings

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