New designs made the most of every inch of material allotted to civilian use, and since simple black fabrics were plentiful, the little black dress allowed women to look chic without looking too flashy or taking resources away from the war effort
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Its simplicity allows for beautiful detailing, like subtle sequins, lacework, or embellishments, that adds a touch of sophistication without overpowering the wearer
Hollywood stars embraced the little black dress and silhouettes became more sensuous, incorporating the popular cinched waists and low necklines of the era
It was the heyday of the PLUR lifestyle (thats Peace, Love, Unity, Respect, for those studying up on fashion history here), and with ravers came neon
You remember the one from a decade ago, right