white silk dress JENNIFER long with thin straps – Maisoncleo lined with mulberry silk. White Bridesmaid Dress Shiny Satin

Alteration is a standard and expected part of purchasing a floor-length formal gown

Trust me, youre about to see more of these chocolatey delights over the next few monthsparticularly on my Instagram where Ill be wearing iterations to the 3000 weddings in my diary this year

If you're leaning towards a more formal look during a summer wedding a great move is a three-piece suit from a linen blend (and maybe paired with a lightweight knit tie) or even seersucker, which can be dressed up or down depending on the wedding's dress code

By ball I mean literally anywhere you go to because this dressing is stunning

The Time of Year If youre attending a funeral at the height of summer, you probably wont want to wear a three-piece suit

Featuring a v neckline with lace trim detail and side invisible zip providing comfort