navy blue long dress with sleeves Alie Street Sophia Maxi Fabric has no stretch My Whole Heart Dark Navy

Below, find a mix of items that look like they either belong at a Hamptons boutique or a high-end designer shop

Smocked bodice for a comfortable fit

Pair your uncommon colored tailoring with a patterned shirt (polka dots work particularly well), socks and a pocket square that packs an equal amount of punch, and footwear that will get you noticed

For the dressing itself, youll fold in sauted yellow onion and celery , soulful herbs and seasonings , hearty chicken stock , an egg for binding the dressing, and tender, shredded chicken

Silhouette = A-line

It's still the right time for breezy dresses, but there's no harm in layering a blazer over one when the temperature starts to drop