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Pair them with leggings and a puffer jacket for a cozy city look, or wear them under a wool coat for a more elevated feel

Its vintage-inspired silhouettefeaturing a basque waistline and an A-line skirtis made modern through contemporary details, such as a deep plunging neckline

I purchased it in a standard size, so did get it tailored, which mostly included hemming and some minor corset adjustments

Black shoes add sophistication and drama

These days, youre more likely to see them on the feet of a bartender in Brooklyn, Ryan Gosling, and the author of this guide