14th century dresses A Most Peculiar Mademoiselle: Our Late Outfits in a natural color Lady's dress, 14th century, (1910).

Think of these as your go-to starting points: The Midi or Knee-Length Dress: This is the quintessential semi formal look

The sneaker dates back to the late 18th century, when a crude, rubber-soled shoe became popular

You can also make a dress more seasonal by layering it with a fringed suede or distressed denim jacket

Advancement of communication networks, as well as the media and faster postal delivery, helped even the most isolated working-class women try to capture the latest fashion trends

Throw one on with a pair of sandals or pumps and you instantly look pulled together, professional, and ready to take on the day even if it happens to be 100 degrees with humidity to boot

Notes This recipe yields approximately 1 cups, which is 14 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)