and black dress ZAPAKA Women Mermaid Tie Ruffles One Shoulder Long Formal Dress, Black+White / US18W this gown blends structure and fluidity for an effortlessly glamorous silhouette Isobel Maxi Dress - Black

It's even better if you make it the day before

Even better if you can get Hugh Grant to accompany you to the party

I think that's what draws people to these looks: its practical and could be worn every day but theyre a step up from the dumpy clothes that people have probably been wearing since March. This new wave is in part due to extenuating circumstances: the pandemic robbed us of runway shows but put a newfound emphasis on photography, which gave the seasonal collections a more lifestyle-y feel

Inspiration: Its such a new look! exclaimed Bazaar Editor-in-Chief, Carmel Snow, about Christian Dior's debut collection in 1947 which launched the fit and flare dress silhouette

The shaped skirt has a gentle flare that creates an elegant drape and an airy look