Homemade is the only thing your family will want
In civilian life, women were expected to act and dress as women, and in the 1870s, Walker, an outspoken dress reform and womens rights supporter, was arrested more than once for dress violations (wearing mens clothing), charges which she fought in court
The Impact of Color Theory and Pattern Scale Color theory plays a massive, often vastly underestimated role in creating a flattering silhouette
As a former worker of the fashion industry in NYC I keep the question Who Made My Clothes in mind whenever I shop and try to buy ethically produced items or at least locally made garments
So, experiment with bold colors, unique textures, or modern pairings to reflect your personality, while keeping your black dress as a fashionable and timeless base
Neckline awareness: If the dress has an interesting neckline, I dont force a necklace