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Valentino retired from his fashion empire in 2007, with Alessandra Facchinetti and then the duo Maria Grazia Chiuri (who departed in 2016) and Pierpaolo Piccioli succeeding him as creative directors

Layering with elegant cardigans, blazers, or wraps is acceptable and often necessary for comfort

Matchy Matchy Im always down for a full monochromatic look, but if youre not ready to fully commit, try white sneakers with a pop of color to tie your outfit together

It is also found in many surviving folk costumes of western Europe

It also features an elastic waistband, so you won't feel guilty after eating one too many croissants