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The girl who originally posted the photo has confirmed that the dress really is blue and black

Made-to-order to keep it polished, personal, and low-waste

Sleeve: 26"

Splurge on the stand-out items (especially the ones you plan on wearing more than once), like accessories, and then keep the rest of your attire simple and understated

For her first White House portrait Michelle Obama wore a LBD to project powerful elegance, 2009

While other lingerie issues such as the classic VPL or a black bra under a white tee are easily resolved (seamless knickers and a nude-coloured bra, respectively), the backless dress requires a little more thought