woman black dress painting File:Portrait of a Lady in a Gown by George Peter Alexander Healy.jpg 1884 – John Singer Sargent,

We especially love this version, with statement cutout lace and short sleeves

The Printed Dress A far cry from springy blooms and plucky summer stripes, winter prints are utterly fresh on the cocktail scene, from florals rendered in velvet and metallic-flecked fabrics to tartan checks and deep paisley

A red lip can add just the right amount of drama

Classic, transitional style

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