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White Sleeveless Dress

A La Carte

White wool sleeveless knee length dress with black ribbon band around waist, collar and hem.

This dress was worn by Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy at the opening of the White House Treaty Room after it's redecoration on June 28, 1962.

Two-Piece Day Dress

Red Woolen Day Dress

Chez Ninon after fall-winter 1961 model by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior

1961

Wool bouclé

Two-piece day dress, worn by Jacqueline Kennedy during the televised tour of the White House on February 14, 1962

Apricot silk ziberline coat and dress by Oleg Cassini

Apricot silk ziberline coat and dress designed by Oleg Cassini

Jacqueline Kennedy appears at a 1961 reception for Latin American diplomats. The simple A-line clothes designed by Oleg Cassini for Jackie Kennedy became known as the “Kennedy look.” Her grey brocade silk dress, and its matching jacket, are included in the exhibition.

Evening coat in ivory silk ziberline, left, and evening dress of some material embroidered by Hurel with silk floss, silk ribbon and seed pearls, right, both Hubert Givenchy, 1961, photograph at exhibition by Michele Leight

LYNDON AND JACKIE AT DINNER_1960

(1/26/1960)Senate Majority Leader Lyndon Johnson chats with participants at a Democratic Party dinner Jan. 26, 1960, in Washington. At Johnson's right is Jacqueline Kennedy, the wife of Sen. John F. Kennedy. Kennedy and Johnson, as vice president, were the winners of the 1960 presidential contest. (George Tames/The New York Times)

Cover of exhibition catalogue shows Inaugural Ball gown designed by Oleg Cassini

Jackie Kennedy Throwing the Bouquet by Toni Frissell

Another Joan Morse for A La Carte was a hot-pink-and-gold-silk organza and metallic broacaded silk organza evening dress and cape, 1962

Boys watching television.
Photographer: Minneapolis Star Tribune
Photograph Collection 1954

Dress, 1962
Oleg Cassini (b. France 1913)
Black silk and wool Alaskine by Bucol
Worn by Jacqueline Kennedy for her audience with Pope John XXIII, the Vatican, March 11, 1962
John F. Kennedy Library and Museum

Princess Ann's ball gown in Roman Holiday

Jacqueline Kennedy wore this ivory double-faced silk satin twill gown designed by Oleg Cassini to the presidential inauguration parties in 1961. Behind her is President Kennedy.

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Jacqueline Kennedy wore this ivory double-faced silk satin twill gown designed by Oleg Cassini to the presidential inauguration parties in 1961. Behind her is President Kennedy.

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Actress Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

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Actress Grace Kelly, who married Prince Rainier of Monaco.

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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in her trademark oversized dark sunglasses.

Kerri Russel

3. The Innocents - Eyelet and lace, spring white dress .

Every time I see a picture of Audrey Hepburn or Jackie O, I'm reminded that true style transcends time. Here are some timeless classics that you can come back to time and again when you're wondering what to wear:

* Crisp white shirts * Trenchcoats * Black turtlenecks * Diamond studs * Cashmere sweaters * Glossy calfskin bags * Blazers in neutral colours * Black pantsuits * Pearls * Cuff bracelets *

If you want to skimp on how much you spend then follow these rules:

* Be fabric-savvy. Knits, microfibers and cotton-Lycra blends resist wrinkles, repel stains and save on dry-cleaning bills.

* Remember that less expensive fabrics look better in neutral shades like black and beige than in brights and pastels.

* Buy items in solid colors - you can get away with wearing them more often than items in arresting patterns.

* Avoid costly mistakes: Finding flattering pants can be a challenge, so if you find good ones, buy several pairs.

* Don't store clothes in dry cleaner's plastic bags; they trap moisture and solvent fumes.

Pearls possess a long standing role in bridal fashion, as pearl necklaces and matching earrings represent traditional wedding jewelry. Legendary brides that celebrated their day with pearl jewelry include Jacqueline Kennedy, Queen Elizabeth, Gloria Vanderbilt, and Grace Kelly.

Princess Elizabeth's bridal gown of ivory duchess satin featured a tight-fitting bodice with heart-shaped neckline, and long tight sleeves. The flowing full skirt and the court train were embroidered with thousands of pearls and crystals in an intricate floral pattern.

Pearls have often made for beautiful wedding gifts, as Princess Elizabeth received a double strand of pearls from her parents. The length of such necklaces can be adjusted to suit the wedding dress, through the use of a "pearl shortener" where the clasp is.

A bride should be careful to match her jewelry. A pearl necklace with matching earrings speaks volumes with a simple elegance that never goes out of style

Pearls have an enduring elegance that never goes out of style.

Pearls have long been considered to best flatter a woman's skin. Light-tone pearls are suggested to fair-skinned brides and cream-tone pearls are recommended to those with darker skin