L : Bust 36", Hip 40", Length 33", Sleeve Length 25.5", Waist 30"
In anticipation of our upcoming exhibition Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective , CHM assistant conservator for costume and textiles Julie Benner wrote about the process of conserving a Christian Dior gown for its first time on display
Vegetables we love to add chopped bell peppers, zucchini coins instead of cucumbers, and chopped fresh herbs like dill, oregano, or parsley
Navigating a cocktail dress vs evening gown in these grey areas requires considering the venue and the time of day
It doesnt have to be plain either, unlike the black tie dress code (which lends itself to dark shades and block colours over prints) you can go wild with cocktail-wear and choose pattern and a rainbow of tones that suit your skin tone and style
With the right cocktail attire accessories, your whole look will flourish and let folks know youre a stickler to the cocktail attire dress code