Cassells Household Guide , which billed itself as an encyclopedia of domestic and social economy, summed up the problem like this, circa 1880: As a general rule, ladies do not like to see their maids dressed in the clothes they themselves have wornthe difference in the social scale of mistress and maid renders this unpleasing. But Cassells made one exception: a black or a dark-colored silk. Previously, a simple black dress meant a wealthy woman was dressing down. But by the 19th century, the black dress had become a staple of the lower and middle classes
Consider your sleeve length, the amount of detail in the dress and whether you want your bracelet to blend in or stand out
This dress features batwing sleeves and a ruffle hem, perfect for any occasion
Finishing the look of each one is a beautiful tan nubuck strap, which certainly helps make the Bambino 38 quite versatile for a dress watch
Note that since its partially lined, youll want to wear a slip or shorts underneath the lighter colors
It showcases a classic scoop neckline that sits comfortably off the shoulders, offering a modest yet sophisticated appeal