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The role of a bridesmaid is cherished, but it also comes with questions that can leave even the most sophisticated brides slightly frazzled

Depending on your venue, sand can either be packed in and easy to walk on or fluffed and a mission for high heels

While the traditional dress code for a black-tie event leans toward long, formal gowns, it is possible to wear a short dress to a black-tie occasionthough it requires a bit of careful styling

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[2] The dress was sold at auction in July 1997 for 39,098 (equivalent to 77,100 in 2025) to a Scottish couple who planned to use it to raise money for children's charities