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To balance out your silhouette, you could also opt for a lighter silk option, again with puffed sleeves maybe something cool in silk or sequins. If youre a regular reader, youll probably know how much we love a dress, so be sure to take a look at our shopping pages for gingham, poplin-sleeve and bubble-hem dress inspiration

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So we started our search early this year and are pleased to report that after just an hour or two trawling the web, we struck gold in the form of Zaras Polka Dot Midi Dress (35.99)

Fashion is criticised in our part of the world, where some parts of society are more conservative, says the designer, Asim Jofa, who is considered the Pakistani equivalent of Gianni Versace, thanks to his regal and geometric embroidery

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