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Also know as a ball gown style these dresses are like the a-lines old sister with a fitted, structured bodice and a full skirt

These garments communicate ethnic identity, social status, and cultural pride whilst incorporating centuries-old textile traditions like Aso-Oke weaving, adire tie-dye, and Akwete cloth production

And unlike other types of dress codes, which are more easily defined by the garments that go with them, semi-formal can actually be a little bit more difficult to define versus other more concrete dress codes

This popular vintage style dress features an Audrey style look with a wide pleated skirt waistline

And then, of course, sweater dresses