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The va-va-voom black Versace safety pin dress worn by Elizabeth Hurley to the 1994 premiere of the film Four Weddings and a Funeral, for instance, encapsulated an era, as did Catherine Deneuves prim LBD by Yves Saint Laurent in Belle de Jour (1967), with its white silk French cuffs and collar

Gone are the days of sticky boobs that slide off on the dance floor and painful halter necklines bra innovation has, thankfully, come a long way

The bold slit introduces a hint of allure, making this gown a perfect choice for any formal occasion where confidence and glamour take center stage

Lean fully into the French vintage look by pairing this sleeveless dress with opera-length black velvet gloves, a dripping rhinestone choker, and stiletto heels for an unforgettable grand entrance

Winged eyeliner paired with shimmering gold or pink eyeshadow is a subtly striking look while a natural pink lip will accentuate your gorgeous features