ensemble dress design Designer unknown. Woman's Ensemble, 1894-96. Silk. Los Angeles: Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Museum : r/fashionhistory

Fully lined and finished with a centre back invisible zip, this dress delivers sleek modern elegance with a confident twist

A fitted smocked top creates a flattering silhouette, while the full skirt flows gracefully to midi length

The smooth luster-like finish of the fabric bounces light back with a technical quality, and this completely lined article is a quality and versatile item to wear whenever one wants to go out a prom, formal evening, a reception, or even a gala

As much as I want to be like those beach babes with perfectly imperfect beach waves throughout the summer, there are some days when having my hair on my neck feels like Im being strangled