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Style with strappy heels and statement earrings for cocktail parties, or dress it down with ankle boots and an oversized blazer for dinner dates

Style it with strappy heels and a clutch bag for a polished look

The silhouette is ultra-flattering, and the banded waistline really defines the figure

Now its your turn to try these techniques and create your own simple dresses without darts

A beanie in a complementary colour like mustard or navy can add a stylish, practical touch in cooler weather

Its the kind of short cocktail dress that looks the same in photos as it does in real lifeno constant adjusting, no surprise sheerness when the light changes