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To wear a vintage empire silhouette dress today without looking like you've stepped out of a costume drama requires a thoughtful mix-and-match approach. Start by choosing a dress in a modern fabric like linen or a contemporary pattern that still nods to the Regency style

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Lightweight, lightly textured woven chiffon falls from adjustable spaghetti straps, into a sexy bustier bodice, with pintuck pleated cups, and sweetheart neckline, and hidden no-slip strips along the sides and back

This mini dress features a slightly flared skirt for everyday comfort and the thick textile provides a universally-flattering amount of structure