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Tiered ruffles give graceful movement to this maxi dress, designed with a crossover halter neckline and self tie belt for a flattering fit

Perfect for Layering: These dresses can be easily accessorized with jackets or shawls for varying temperatures

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In 1922 the service dress combinations got their own designations: Service dress blue A was all blue with blue cap, B with white cap, and C with white cap, trousers and shoes

"There's a little more flexibility with the tie these dayslike when wearing a turtleneck underneath a sports coat or blazer, or if it's the summertimebut traditionally, cocktail attire means a tie," says Hurwitz