service dress blues navy DVIDS - Images US Army Navy Enlisted Service

And a beautiful dress as well

It was a partnership with legendary costume designer Bob Mackie that helped the star transition from her singing partnership with abusive ex-husband Ike Turner to a solo career, with the sexy leg-baring on-stage looks punctuating her new pivotal time and catapulting her to stratospheric success

Then, stitch them with a 3/8 inch seam allowance

These plus size dresses are great for black tie holiday parties, or having a soiree in your living room

Working a full time job, my holy grail pieces are always those that are multi-use: perfect for a date night or an event on the weekend and then right into the office during the week