black formal dress midi Lorena Cotton / | MESHKI Bodice has a sweetheart neckline with seamed cups and a high Baltic Born Womens Spell Boho

It's also in part to the looong history of styles that still make our jaws drop

These garments were, as the V&A Museum notes, a response to womens expanded roles in wartime society. While daywear may have leaned toward the practical, evening fashionsespecially in Americaremained surprisingly daring

I was happy though when I finally got to wear the stylish black or brown "penny loafers." These loafer styled shoes had a small slit or "lip" at the top of the shoe where coins could be placed

This gown is perfect for proms, formal nights, or black-tie events, offering a glamorous touch to your wardrobe

I love styles that are season-less (the workhorse pieces in my closet)