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The garden party midi: Tuckernuck Verdant Green Crepe Embroidered Nell Dress, $328 regular sizing The shower-to-cocktails shift: Tuckernuck Cameo Blossom Embroidered Duchess Satin Agnes Dress, $268 regular sizing, petite-friendly length The wedding guest workhorse: Talbots RSVP Floral Lace Sheath Dress, $219 petite, regular, plus, and plus petite The polished column: Ann Taylor Crew Neck Twist Sheath Dress, $179 petite (00P16P) and regular Table of contents The Quick Answer: The Best Special Occasion Dresses for Women Over 50 Why Special Occasion Dressing Gets Trickier After 50 (and What to Look For) 1

Model is 177 cm/5'10" and is wearing a size S

There are classic shoes, too, like a ballet flat or loafer, which go a long way when paired with your go-to khaki trench coat or favorite black blazer

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Focus on luxurious fabrics like a satin or crepe, and keep silhouette top of mindopt for a column dress or a structured look instead of a shorter, body-hugging shape