black satin strapless dress Infinite Open Back Convertible Maxi TAUPE / XS by Sugarlips over neckline and a thigh Azazie Lexie Ready to Ship

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Colors to avoid include black (absorbs heat dramatically and creates visual heaviness against beach settings) and dark brown

Pair this dress with sandals for a casual look, or dress it up with heels and a statement necklace for a more formal occasion

Costume designer and stylist Patricia Field would pick out a blend of vintage secondhand as well as designer clothes, she believed in going against traditional fashion norms and having a sense of personal style

A curved waist seam and back adjusters bring subtle definition to the silhouette, while the sharp collar adds a distinct point of formality