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Clothes not only affect the way a person sees you, but also the way you set the environment you're in." While a daytime garden party will likely lend itself to florals and bright colors (unless the couple requests otherwise), a formal evening affair is a more appropriate time to bring out the dark hues

avoid hanging solely by the shoulders to prevent the weight of the floor-length skirt from stretching the lace structure

If you want some added texture, shave some Parmigiano Reggiano on top of the platter with a vegetable peeler

You can absolutely wear a cropped dress to a wedding "and there are so many short dresses for wedding guests that are definitely appropriate," says Francesca Prudente, art director at Karen Millen