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Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images Paris Hilton, 2014 The Simple Life alum revealed skin from every angle in her shimmering Haus of Milani illusion dress, complete with semi-sheer arms and booty panels, plus a nude back

The widow, who held a ball at her late-husband's home, stood out in an elaborate off-the-shoulder cream gown with black gloves and a feathered fascinator

The breeze usually picks up as the sun drops, so a light wrap or shawl earns its place in your bag

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