Dolce and Gabbana are arguably the most powerful and influential designers of our time
Patterns: Opt for bold prints or horizontal stripes to create shape
For example, if your cocktail dress is a short one, boots accompany should have an effect of showing your beautiful leg and hip
For a more subtle way of nailing the sweet spot, look back to the Fall 1996 Gucci show, where Tom Ford sent out a slinky white maxi dress that had a circular cut-out that dipped around the hip bone and upper thigh, complete with a bulls-eye piece of hardware strung through the middle
A mix of cotton and linen, these are crafted in Portugal with close attention to detail, were huge fans of the tapered ankle and the button adjustments on the waistband
You'll find patent leather in specialized shoes such as military dress shoes and formal pumps