silver sequin maxi dress Anastelle White with Built-In Bodysuit CL136676013 Bronx Banco Violet Silver Sequin

Florals on dark backgrounds in luxe fabrics like silk or velvet meet black tie standards

And for good reason it does take a lot of work to make, but its also a pretty penny to pay for something that only gets worn once or twice

H&M Bow-Detail Strappy Dress ($20) This straight cut dress is super chic and versatile

One of my brother's groomsmen failed to do this and, let's just say, his khaki pants stood out quite noticeabl y from the other groomsmens' looks

(If youre curious, Ive earned a degree in interior design and an interdisciplinary degree in art history and American history with a focus on women.) My hobby simply boils down to being a history nerd who sews