black strapless midi dress Worship A-Line Classic and simple Black Bandeau A-Line Skirt Midi

Gwyneth Paltrow's 1999 Oscars dress designed by none other than man of the moment Ralph Lauren

Style Notes: She will forever be remembered for that safety-pin dress from Versace, but let us not forget Elizabeth Hurley's stunning chain mail number, please

With a career spanning over 20 years in the fashion industry, overseeing product development, merchandising, and buying for two globally recognized brands

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This writer first saw the dress as gold and white, until glimpsing the image below the actual dress as sold on the website of the UK retailer Roman Originals (which, for just 50 British pounds, or about $77 US, can be yours!)