black dress white gloves THE SUNNY | Over THE Elbow Long Velvet Opera Formed with a sheer mesh bodice with a strapless neckline and elevated with its simple silhouette that fits at the waist and drops to a straight fit White pleated dress and white

The sleeveless gown was made of soft velvet, and was cut along her natural curves

Among the displeased, rival couturier Paul Poiret is said to have sniped at Chanel in the street, What are you in mourning for, Mademoiselle? The equally scissor-tongued designer is said to have retorted: For you, dear Monsieur. Frock and awe To put it in context, three decades earlier, John Singer Sargent's portrait of Madame Gautreau, better known as Madame X, in a black dress had provoked outrage in Paris

Trumpet If the mermaid silhouette is just a little too much volume for you, try a trumpet gown

Proper Storage Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days

Eco-conscious and ethically made