madewell black dress White and Draped Off the Shoulder Bra Top Hand Wash Cold Black and White Off-the-Shoulder Maxi

Best paired with: Straight-leg jeans, casual trousers, leggings

Subtle drama, if there can be such a thing, and a nice opportunity to consider texture without sacrificing the harmonious simplicity

After all, the collective decision to dress in a highly unambiguous manner for a terrifyingly specific occasion is about as stressful as it sounds

Part of an ongoing series of 29Secrets stories, taking a deep dive into the history of legendary beauty products and iconic fashion moments By Christopher Turner Illustration by Michael Hak It was the spring of 1994 when of-the-moment English heartthrob Hugh Grant was upstaged at the premiere of his soon-to-be-hit film Four Weddings and a Funeral not by a co-star or his sultry date, Elizabeth Liz Hurley, but by the black Versace safety pin dress that would turn her into an overnight star

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Model Measurements: Height 5'9