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Well flip through some beautiful vintage prom and formal dance photos from these decades and, of course, do a little online vintage shopping (or at least gather some dreamy inspiration along the way)

The "Ugly" Santa dress features a sequined faux black belt on a fake-fur-trimmed mini with a sprig of holly accessorizing the top of the dress (I mean, come on)

size down if you want a slinky silhouette

Unless I consciously choose to wear an edgy, voluminous dress, I usually prefer something that highlights my best assets

Bottom : Black dress pants and polished shoes for a luxe, formal vibe

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