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( Very debonair.) Only ladies used timepieces attached to their wrists, which were called wristlets. Pocket watches, however, posed problems during the First World War

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To help, we turned to celebrity stylists Samantha Brown and Dawn Del Russo to get a clear understanding of what cocktail attire is and the dos and donts of dressing for occasions that call for it

The Mitchell Dress features a fitted tank-style bodice with a gathered, airy skirt and crisp contrast bands at the hem for a modern pop

As for your top, go with a lace-trimmed button-up layered under a blazer or vest for a pop of texture at the collar and sleeves