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With its relaxed drape, this crisp, Japanese organic cotton poplin dress is the most versatile dress for the season, ideal for summers in the garden or an evening outing

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Striking silhouettes and statement cuts make these long dresses the ultimate show-stoppers

Style with minimalist strappy heels and a sleek gold cuff bracelet for a coordinated evening look

All the glamour girls wore them, from that babe-alicious bitch Alexis on Dynasty (bottom left) to Dorothy Zbornak on The Golden Girls (top right, in black)

Accessories Shirt studs, white dress scarf, white dress gloves, white pocket square, black top hat, and, of course, cufflinks