one shoulder dress sequin ASOS DESIGN mini with twist detail in gold Regular (with hidden zipper) Sleeve Black Sequin One Shoulder Cocktail

This look lets you show off your style through color and accessories, all while staying polished

Beyond his oeuvre, Shakespeares life was a point of reflection for the designer, seen in voluminous tiered lace skirts and tailored denim suiting with dramatic ruffled collars and sleeves

A similar green hued Fortuny gown is a part of the permanent collection at The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (pictured)

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In fact, when overused, safety pins often make the garment more rigid, which is not how it's supposed to be worn