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Also referred to as cocktail attire, semi-formal can be explored in two ways: mix & match or sticking with a full suit with a few modifications

A keyhole back wedding dress features a circular or teardrop-shaped cutout that adds a touch of femininity while keeping a modest feel

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 Elizabeth Taylor, January 1950 Getty Images The full skirt and tight bustier of Elizabeth Taylor's dress was the epitome of style in the 1950s, but rather than follow the bright print and pattern trend of the time, the young starlet opted for a simple black fabric

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Because a-line silhouettes offer waist definition, this is also an attribute that works well to the assets of a pear shape