purple tea dress 1940s Style from Vivien of Holloway Ideal for weddings Alicia A-line Lilac Tea Length

[6] Making Your Dress [7] Lay your fabric flat (or folded in half, if the pattern directs you to do so) and place your pattern over the top

The A-line silhouette and black shade make it an instant classic, but the thigh-high slit, boned bodice and side pockets (Yes, pockets!) make it such a showstopper

Perfect for romantic evenings, weddings, or any special occasion where you want to feel like a modern-day enchantresseffortlessly glamorous, captivating, and utterly unforgettable

Wash Light wash for laid-back days, dark wash when you want polish

Combine all the ingredients for the dressing in a bowl and stir until fully combined and smooth

Gaga looked fierce in a fitted black gown and long, mermaid-inspired waves at the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty.