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In stark contrast, vintage-inspired formal dresses operate on the exclusive principle of if you know, you know. The refined taste of the wearer is communicated subtly through the perfect, liquid drape of heavy silk, the exact precision of a French dart, and the impeccable, custom-like fit of the bodice

(The vintage Polo logo above the back right pocket is a nice touch.) We loved the quality of the material

Some are Ellis Bridals, others are by forgotten-but-fabulous British designers who deserve their moment in the sun once more

Patrick McMullan / Getty Images 2008 Melania Trump attended the "Sex And The City" premiere in 2008 and wore a tent dress with a black statement necklace and zebra-print heels

The back adopts zipper opening and closing

Since then, I've learned a lot about the construction of these gowns (hurray for access to museum collections with my tour groups!)