fit and flare dress polka dot Voodoo Vixen 40s Sweetheart Flared this piece balances romance and practicality in equal measure ASOS DESIGN flare sleeve satin

Vacation-Worthy: This colorful boho wrap maxi has a V-neck, short sleeves, and a ruffle hem with a side split

Comfort features like breathability are also considerations, especially for garments worn for extended periods

For something a little more elevated or unexpected, check out Todd Snyder, Abercrombie & Fitch, Spier & Mackay, Club Monaco, or Massimo Dutti

One that landed costume designer Jacqueline Durran with an Oscar nomination and stole the hearts of thousands of teenage girls, myself included, suddenly desperate to wear something similar (read: rendered in a shinier, cheaper fabric) to their prom

The eye is drawn immediately to the feet, and the outfit can appear unbalanced