Jewelled details are still a great way to add some sparkle to dresses that don’t have an abundance of embroidery. This dress has a simple shape, with V-neck and a plunging V back. A contrasting satin band sits nicely at the waist with a large jewelled piece at the centre whilst the satin flows into trailing ends at the back.

From the Spring 2008 collection at Anne Barge.

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