The principle at work is contrast and vibrancy: bright, bold colors create vivid contrast against dark skin, making both the dress and your complexion look more radiant
Look first at the fabric: Calico of that era often has uneven printing (roller marks, slight misregistration of pattern), and the cotton itself might feel coarser than modern pre-washed calico
I was cognisant of how black velvet absorbs the light on a sunny day and in flash photography, so thought this silk would be better
In addition, I usually try to only buy clothes made out of cotton so they are both breathable and machine washable but once in a while I make an exception, like this dress
Yes, its scary to step outside of your comfort zone
Wizyta prezydenta Stanw Zjednoczonych Donalda Trumpa w Chiskiej Republice Ludowej, zdaniem amerykaskich mediw bya przede wszystkim sukcesem chiskiego przewodniczce