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Coco Chanel may have made little black dresses into haute couture, but she was almost certainly inspired by poverty when she designed the first one

While there is lots of room in this comfortable, caftan-like silhouette, it lays and drapes SO beautifully

Three design elements do most of that work: Neckline placement a V-neck or sweetheart neckline draws the eye up and inward Waist definition a high or empire waist raises the visual midpoint of the body Hem length a floor-length hem creates an unbroken vertical line from shoulder to floor Understanding these three principles is the foundation of every styling hack below

Gown to Know: Stella York Style 7457 Leaf-inspired lace motifs decorate the straps and bodice of this backless wedding dress, with sheer elements showing off the intricate patterns