#The clutch, the wrap and hosiery A small box or envelope clutch is the only correct evening bag
- Occasion: special occasion
Roberta is 177cm and wears size AU 6 / size US 2
Unlike cocktail attire or semi-formal, which leave significant room for interpretation, black tie dresses have a standard that has been consistent across decades and across every type of formal occasion that carries the designation
Pointed-toe heels in a complementary metallic shade tie the look together, while a simple clutch and delicate layered necklaces finish the outfit
I *love* original vintage patterns because they go together superbly well, are very easy to fit (this one had 3/4 inch seam allowance on the side seams THANK YOU!), and somehow always, regardless of size, end up looking like the dress on the envelope