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Straight fit, maxi shift dress with a crew neckline, side panel detail with pockets, front vents, and gold Lilly lace trim

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Plenty of brands make blazer dresses that look super chic with a waist-cinching belt, but my advice is to find any oversized blazer in your closet that can double as a dress

In the 1940s, the little black dress became a staple of Hollywood glamour, worn by actresses such as Audrey Hepburn, who famously wore a black Givenchy dress in the film Breakfast at Tiffanys. In the 1950s and 1960s, the little black dress became even more popular, with designers such as Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior creating their own versions of the classic garment

The key is to incorporate thematic elements through accessories or color choices rather than abandoning the formality of the dress code altogether