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The 1940s and World War II brought patriotism - and military influences - to the fashion fore

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Adding a zipper on both the service dress jumpers simplified the wear, buttons on the cuffs made it look more professional, but the blue piping on the white added a sense of sharpness and style

The wrap silhouettes ease of movement and timeless appeal means you can dance the night away or stroll through a vineyard ceremony with equal confidence

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Interestingly though, these leaders often created garments with comfort in mind so as to allow the wearer present their truest sense