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Fit is also a critical element of formal attireyour clothes should be tailored (or at the very least, fit like a glove), properly laundered, and as wrinkle-free as the material will allow.

Colors and Patterns to Consider Light Colors: Whites, pastels, and light neutrals reflect sunlight and keep you cooler

"That is something I want to continue to embrace."

The home setting in these images is obviously not aspirational, but the dress itself is genuinely lovely, and the gold kitten heels are a strong pairing that gives you a sense of how to finish the look

Not only does it feature a single shoulder design with an off-the-shoulder drape, but the pleated waistlines will flatter your figure and give your look dimension