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Jacqueline Kennedy arriving to a formal function in a sleeveless evening gown and white gloves with a white fur coat over her arm, 1966

A sleeveless cut highlights the shoulders, while the open-back design adds a touch of modern allure and sophistication

Now comes the question that trips up thousands of grooms every year: black or brown shoes

In the 20th century, the ao dai went through modern adaptations, from the ao tu than to the ao ngu than (five-paneled version), and eventually the Le Mur ao dai, redesigned by artist Cat Tuong in the 1930s

Statement colors like deep teal or forest green can work in ultra-casual settings, but keep them for low-stakes events