patchwork dress women Provincial XL (14) 118 Pull 1920s Handmade Patchwork Dress: Antique

Layer with an oversized denim jacket when temperatures drop, or add a belt to create definition at the waist for a more structured look

We imagine this dress strolling down the shore in an affluent beach town or breaking glass ceilings in positions of power

For the unforgettable black velvet dress look during the 2012 Oscars, we went with Russian Red

I have scores of this timeless style in my closet and wear them more than any other kind of dress all year round, but especially in the spring and summer

Easily dupe-able

The little ruffles along the collar make it feel more special, but this will feel more like a fancy pair of pajamas than something too frilly for them, and it's great for really little ones