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It was a dress without a horizontal waist seam, instead molded snuggly to the body by vertical seams and tucks, creating a body-hugging silhouette (Fig

Choose a fitted, floor-length silhouette with minimal train, or opt for ankle-length

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The elegant high neck, cap sleeves, and midi-length skirt offer a comfortable coverage alternative to the modern Little Black Dress

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From the designers at La Femme, this ultra-chic long plus-size formal dress has a criss-cross design at the midriff to flatter the figure for prom, military balls, and other black-tie formal events