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Store on a Hanger: Use the internal hanging loops to keep the weight off the neckline

If you wear a biker jacket over a longer top, you confuse the eye, and the different hem lengths hide your belly

According to one shopper, it's perfect for curves and there's some wiggle room in the hips so you don't have to worry about it ripping if you're dancing or moving around

Any well-tailored pair in neutral shades and high-quality, formal materials (not denim or leather) is usually acceptable

Size = 8

Ines di Santo Robin Gown Photo courtesy of brand Why We Love It: Forever timeless, the slip dress remains a bridal staple, reappearing across decadesfrom the 30s to the 90s to today