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So here they are: the best special occasion dresses for women over 50, all chosen because they actually do what a special occasion dress is supposed to do: flatter, hold their shape through a long evening, and make you feel like the most polished version of yourself

Copelyn is a freelance fashion and accessory editor who formerly worked for Who What Wear as an associate shopping editor

Oftentimes, THE dress is one you never would have thought of

Allsaints is renowned for its fusion of edgy and elegant, embodying the modern woman whos confident in her contradictions

You can also mix things up and opt for a handbag that doesnt match your shoes but that is still a dark, fall-like color, like olive green or burgundy