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With rows and rows of sparkly embellishments, this long a-line formal dress is a radiant style for prom, galas, and other black-tie events

Ulla Johnson Details The Ottilie Dress blooms with geometric, floral eyelets scattered across white cotton voile

Size 9-11 Nagoya Shinsakae NR51 Princess line The voluminous skirt softly flares

Can be paired with a slip skirt/black brief shorts if more coverage is needed

A metallic clutch, perhaps in brushed gold or rose gold, introduces a reflective gleam without competing with the ruffles

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