It was mindful, body conscious, not demureand all the better for it.
It skates effortlessly from brunch meet-ups to late-night hangs, offering endless versatility whether you wear it solo or layer it with your favorite denim jacket
Here are some fashionable ensembles that you can try without a second thought
The garden party midi: Tuckernuck Verdant Green Crepe Embroidered Nell Dress, $328 regular sizing The shower-to-cocktails shift: Tuckernuck Cameo Blossom Embroidered Duchess Satin Agnes Dress, $268 regular sizing, petite-friendly length The wedding guest workhorse: Talbots RSVP Floral Lace Sheath Dress, $219 petite, regular, plus, and plus petite The polished column: Ann Taylor Crew Neck Twist Sheath Dress, $179 petite (00P16P) and regular Table of contents The Quick Answer: The Best Special Occasion Dresses for Women Over 50 Why Special Occasion Dressing Gets Trickier After 50 (and What to Look For) 1
We didnt even consider whether the dress was right for the occasion, we just thought she looked fabulous.' The dress caused somewhat of a controversy, with many writing to the design duo telling them it was too revealing ('We hadnt thought about what would happen when Diana got out of the car and leaned over.') However they did get plenty of compliments too, including from Lord Snowdon, who said that Princess Diana had looked 'stunning'
