Very much like its counterpart black, the colour navy suits almost every skin tone, complexion, hair colour and any age group, making it oh so on trend all day, everyday
The mantua, made from a single length of fabric pleated to fit with a long train, was ideal for showing the designs of the new elaborately patterned silks that replaced the solid-colored satins popular in mid-century. Elizabeth Lewandowski in The Complete Costume Dictionary (2011) defines a mantua as: Early Georgian (1700-1750)
So comfortable and faltering, especially with the low back
Sequin dress considerations: Best for evening and black-tie events Heavy embellishment adds warmth Creates festive, celebratory appearance Requires minimal jewelry Can be heavy (consider event duration) Complete Winter Fabric Comparison Fabrics to Avoid in Winter Formals Not appropriate for winter formal events: Chiffon: Too lightweight, provides no warmth, better for spring and summer Light tulle: Offers no insulation, looks seasonally inappropriate Cotton: Too casual for formal events regardless of season Linen: Casual fabric that wrinkles easily Thin jersey knits: Too casual, offers minimal warmth Perfect Winter Formal Colors Classic Winter Color Palette Black, deep green, burgundy, and navy are winter formal staples because they are moody, rich, and elegant
