Hair ornaments make the whole atmosphere feel much better
Then people decided the slip itself looked pretty good without the complicated dress, and made slips in outer wear fabric
David Ramsden, Chief Executive of BBC Children in Need, says: Whatever you do, whether it is a day spent dressed as your childhood hero, a bake sale at work or a ramble with friends it will help BBC Children in Need give children and young people right here in the UK the childhood they deserve. The official fundraising pack is available for download now from bbc.co.uk/Pudsey and is packed with ideas to help the public with their fundraising efforts, plus lots of exclusive content from the Charitys celebrity friends
They're versatile enough to complete a period-accurate costume or add retro flair to your everyday wardrobe
Pack an umbrella for those just-in-case moments
Reese Witherspoon Reese Witherspoon stunned in a black, strapless floor-length dress, which featured off-white floral embroidery and a tulle-lined skirt