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"We're finding that the traditional cardinal rules have relaxed a bit," Carrabine says

As the decade drew to a close, celebrity fashion took a turn for the daring: hemlines got shorter, outfits flashier (Lil Kim owned the trend better than anyone else) and pants became increasingly low-rise

By focusing on fabric choices, strategic details, and personalization, you can create a wardrobe of dresses that not only flatter your tummy but also make you feel confident and stylish every day

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Soft pastels, jewel tones, and classic navy or burgundy create stunning semi-formal looks

There's the liquid-like Ophelia dress, the understated Rodeo design or the white sequinned Emmanuela gown fit for Ibiza nuptial or fancy hen dos