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"As artistic depictions of wealthy Belle Epoque women showed them in fashionable black reception dresses and luxurious evening gowns, the urban working woman was adopting her own simple black dress, in coarse matte fabrics - a style soon to be appropriated by Chanel." But before then, the death of King Edward VII in 1910, brought a further rush for funeral wear, including that year's "Black Ascot" which inspired many later designers

To best know which lengtH will work for you, grab a tape measure to the top of your shoulder, to the floor

We especially can't get enough of the extensive pearl and lace detail on this dress' bodice and back

This ones a great idea for the summer months and beach parties

Whether youre inspired by gothic elegance or fairy-tale fashion, a black ball gown ensures youll be the center of attention on your big day