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In the early 1900s, clothing included a lot of decorations, such as lace or frills

Elbow-length subtle ruffled sleeves and adjustable front cross belt offer a custom fit, while side slits add a graceful flow

Typically, a cocktail attire dress code means something knee-length or a midi dress (though shorter styles done in a luxe fabric, like taffeta or silk organza, could also be appropriate depending on the venue)

Lisa Larsen/Life Pictures/Shutterstock Guests, including Robert Kennedy, watched as newly married John and Jackie Kennedy cut their wedding cake, Newport, R.I., Sept

The goal is to look expensive without trying too hard

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