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Description: Black velvet dress V line, with feathers on the sleeves and belt made of rhinestones and crystals

The flutter sleeves add a touch of romance and femininity, while the A-line cut is classic and timeless

Beautifully cut and crafted from a lightweight stretch cotton, the Flora Gingham Dress epitomises the classic long dress for spring and summer

Refined details like belted waistlines, mixed-material drop waists, or even a layered effect, give these variations a serious upgrade

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"The mistake I see most is the mentality that they think they have to stay away from stripes, or florals or prints because they fear them to be unflattering, but I think the opposite is true," she says