A peak or shawl lapel is the order of the day
Maybe not the shoes, but definitely the dress. The fun thing about a black dress is that you can make it super subversive, says Young, who points to Marc Jacobss brilliant Fall 2023 collection of tiny little black dresses with exposed bra cups and micro bubble hems
if it's too small though, an alteration won't help
Line up the main dress fabric and lining, right sides together, and sew around the neckline, stopping 3/4 inch from the center back seam
(Remarked one midriff-averse tester: I was positive that cutout was gonna be a nonstarter for me, but I found it shockingly wearable and dare I say
Featuring a bold yet refined V-neck with a subtle sheer overlay, the gown highlights a delicate balance of daring and demure