Fitted Silhouette: Contours the body through the hips for a sharp, statuesque appearance
She was so lovely with my parents and overall was so warm and bubbly it made the appointment so fun
Black relaxed-fit jersey dress, Toteme, 400, at Brown Thomas
They do have a specific collection with some of their very best sellers, called Curve which is designed for sizes 16-22 (and again can be made beyond that)
A Short History: The Cocktail Dress in America 1920s: As American women embraced the cocktail hour, designers like Coco Chanel launched the shorter, sleeker "flapper" dressrevolutionizing partywear
The woven straw keeps it lightweight and breathable (a must for hot days), while the shape actually frames your face instead of falling flat