Fashion: Trad and true

Traditional ball dresses and elegant mid-century shapes might seem twee in an age of sexed-up pop stars and the Kardashians.

1950s tulle and chiffon dress, $550, from Daisy's Vintage Dresses. Fresh corsage (POA) from Mark Antonia. Photo / Chris Gorman

Image 1 of 7: 1950s tulle and chiffon dress, $550, from Daisy's Vintage Dresses. Fresh corsage (POA) from Mark Antonia. Photo / Chris Gorman