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Raise your hand if you waited until the very last minute to come up with a Halloween costume no, youre not the only one who dropped the ball on it this year

We love wider-leg jumpsuits with tall heels, and this strapless neckline calls for a statement necklace

From a simple shift dress which helped democratize womens fashion to a bold political statement, it has moved through various iterations which reflect changing ideals of beauty and body image. Many black dresses existed before Chanels 1926 design, and black was already a fashionable color, Ripley notes

You want something classy yet comfortable to easily slip on without messing with laces or buckles

Clean lines and minimalist details give these dresses a polished, contemporary vibe