Sure, anything can be called classic, but there are a few dress elements that are universally considered so (Anne Barge creative director Shawne Jacobs pegs strapless styles, box pleat skirts and jacquard fabrics as some of her favorite classic elements)
The dress blue coat currently worn by women is identifiable as a Marine uniform to the public and proudly symbolizes not just womens achievements on the field of battle, but also the long road to equality attained by women through integration and opportunity
We had my nephews wedding last week and I filmed a try-on haul with some of my favorites and also rounded up a few other wedding guest dresses that would work for multiple types of fall weddings
Keep it as a wardrobe staple to wear from anywhere Halloween onwards, or add a touch of class to the office costume competition
As with many rules its also best thought of as a spectrum rather than a binary choice
Pair it with some heels and gold jewellery for the perfect grad dress ensemble