Keira Knightley's dress from Rodarte is a good example of how chiffon can take fullness and pleating and still look delicate.
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Formal Dresses
By Cynthia Nellis, About.com
Chiffon Dress
Actress Keira Knightley arrives to the Premiere Of Focus Features' 'Atonement' at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Los Angeles, California.
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One of the prettiest ways to wear a formal dress is to go with a light and airy fabric like chiffon. It has lots of movement, and takes color beautifully while keeping a bit of transparency.
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