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If your dress is solid, like this one, I would highly suggest throwing on a jacket or wearing a button down tied around your waist

You dont want to feel self-conscious and you shouldnt have to concern yourself with how your arms will look in photos or if your strapless dress will slip down

Styles that are fitted at the bodice and flare out into a full, floor-kissing skirt will definitely land you on the hosts best-dressed list

Lastly, I bought some gold fabric with some interesting flower details on it, which I used for the bottom of the dress

This one from COS is given a stylish update with the addition of a semi-sheer lace accent in a hand-drawn floral pattern