black dress with yellow flowers FARM Rio Floral Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Maxi in at Nordstrom, Size X-Small Size medium measures 55.75 from shoulder to hem Short Sleeve Scallop Trim Waist

Fit Wisdom: Wrap dresses are wonderfully adjustablejust ensure the tie is secure enough for dancing and the neckline provides the coverage you want throughout the evening

Generally, the time period of 1930 to the late 1950s is thought to be the key era of old Hollywood

If your dress is any lighter, like a more caramel shade of brown, I would opt out of wearing red shoes due to the clashing warm tones

Sisters, sisters, there were never such devoted sisters So sang Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen (albeit with dubbed lyrics), in the classic Irving Berlin musical that was adapted to the screen in 1954 White Christmas

The smooth velvet fabric has a moderate stretch

For a daytime celebration, a simple braid or a messy bun is perfect