50's party dresses 45 Cool Pics Capture '50s Ladies in Cocktail ~ Vintage Everyday From the estate of Dorothy E. 40s/50s Periwinkle Blue Taffeta Party

Fabric hang With the immense weight of many wedding gowns, storing your gown on a hanger for a prolonged period of time will eventually stretch and damage the shoulder material of your gown

Pyrons far weightier work suggestsalmost seems to requirea darker figure at its center

The buttons are lovely - I like that they blend in, but just add that little detail

But just because you aren't French, it doesn't mean you can't at least try to dress like you are

Warm golds have been part of bridal and formal wear for generations, giving champagne a timeless, vintage-inspired quality rather than a passing-trend feel

The delicate organza florets on the bodice and skirt add stunning detail and dimension for an intricate yet laid-back look