This creates more range of motion, but with the drawback of more bulk under the bodice
Dress slips on over the head and snaps adjust the neck closing. Since I had the main fabric plus some white eyelet for the belt and trim and 1/4 velvet ribbon for the bows, all I needed was a pattern
Gold Velvet Trimmed Fit and Flare Halter Dress from Boden Holiday Party Dresses and Outfits There's something special about the rich fabrics and textures of the dresses that are available for winter holiday parties
The Museum at FIT explains the impact of Diors 1947 New Look in relation to this 1948 Dior gown: Suddenly, the boxy, man-tailored styles of the war years were dmod, replaced by an ultra-feminine style characterized by luxurious, long, full skirts and hourglass bodices. Christian Dior (French, 1905- 1957)
Studies have shown that wearing blue can have a calming effect on the mind and body