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For the many women who handmade their own party dress, evening dress patterns came with directions for two lengths -long and short

Something to the tune of: This frock is a reminder of what its like to have a waistline! Three years later in 1961, Star-Busmann lent the whimsical Givenchy to her nanny, who extricated the lace trim and swapped the front ribbon for three mini back bows concealing the panel inserted to make the dress bigger

Classy lace with white and black flowery motifs creates the effect of blossoming

It was known as the Ford dress because it was affordable and every woman could have one, much like the Model T

Hairstyles: Elegant updos, soft curls, or sleek straight styles all work well for formal night

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