the woman in the polka dot dress Julia Roberts Channeled Her Iconic 'Pretty Woman' Character a Polka-Dot Jumpsuit cotton poplin collar Fits true to size Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman

The skirt is made from three gored panels (front and side fronts) and the back is from one straight width of fabric (a modification of my Historic Skirt Guides to suit a Romantic era bell shape.) This is a great conservator of fabric and while it would be both forward and backward looking for this particular period it is an authentic practice

Casual holiday attire is less formal than traditional attire, such as a sweater paired with jeans or a stylish top with a traditional bottom

It is all about body dimensions and personal preferences

Colors That Work at Any Size Navy and deep blue Elegant, photograph beautifully, work across all skin tones and venues Burgundy and wine Warm, sophisticated, especially strong for fall and winter events Emerald and forest green Rich and striking, one of the strongest formal color choices available Blush and mauve Soft and romantic, strong for spring and garden settings Black Classic and dependable, always appropriate at formal events Blue formal dresses in extended sizes are consistently among the most requested styles