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(For example, you could use a Serger, pinking shears, or a zig-zag stitch on your sewing machine.) Products used and recommended in this post: My favorite fabric shop for knits: Funkalicious Fabrics, Fabric.com and Girl Charlee

[16] [19] Women's dresses in the mid-1970s were dominated by pastel colors, but Asian patterns were also common

Poor posture will ruin any ensemble

This romantic look is sure to make you feel like a princess

The strapless silhouette lends itself beautifully to an elegant updo or softly swept hair, allowing the structured neckline to remain the focal point throughout the evening

Stars strut their stuff on the famous stairs of the New York institution to show off their (or their designers) interpretations of the theme