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Cultural historian Amy Henderson writes for Smithsonian Magazine , She wore clothes that allowed her to move freely

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Striking that elusive balance between polished and effortless, it's smarter than a flirty mini but not quite as dramatic and sweeping as a maxi dress instead hitting at the mid-calf or below-the-knee sweet spot that's elegant without being too formal