Cassells Household Guide , which billed itself as an encyclopedia of domestic and social economy, summed up the problem like this, circa 1880: As a general rule, ladies do not like to see their maids dressed in the clothes they themselves have wornthe difference in the social scale of mistress and maid renders this unpleasing. But Cassells made one exception: a black or a dark-colored silk. Previously, a simple black dress meant a wealthy woman was dressing down. But by the 19th century, the black dress had become a staple of the lower and middle classes
Featuring a comfortable turtleneck, three-quarter sleeves, and decorative coin detailing, Voletta is the fall to winter essential youll live in
Were we really cold
Silver prom dresses and silver accessories add subtle highlights that complement purple without disrupting the mood
Its also super easy to style casually like I did here or for a more formal occasion by just adding heels, some makeup and a statement necklace
The white dress option would be perfect for graduation parties or summer events
