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Style Notes: Sometimes all you need to do is pick a silhouette that feels trend-driven and add simple accessories to dress it up

When it comes to formal dressing, less is more, so avoid going overboard with extraneous extras

Black with a deep burgundy shoe wouldn't look great, as the two shades would look too similar and not play well off of each other

Finding the right balance between formality and comfort can be tricky, but ultimately the goal is to appear respectable without looking too stuffy or uncomfortable

*Ch 3 always counts as a stitch

Created for brides with a bit of a daring side, this dress also features a plunging V-neckline and back and crystal-traced spaghetti straps