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While its always a winning option for a wedding or a black-tie do (Rixo and Rat & Boa have some great options here), thanks to the proliferation of Y2K-coded cowl-necks and body-binding bandeaus, backless dresses also stay current
Since the dress is sleeveless, you can combine it as was common in the 1950s with a bolero or a fine S cardigan, making it suitable for cooler evenings as well
Carry a stylish gold handbag to complete your look