sweater dress off white Rebecca Taylor complemented by a cinched waist for a flattering slim fit Endless Rose - Off Shoulder

We love a jumpsuit, white romper, two-piece cotton or linen set, or a casual short cotton mini dress like this one from Lulus

This mock-up allowed us to mark, pin, cut, and alter the gown until all of the design elements and fit were perfected before cutting into the final fabric

Darker or muted shades, like black, navy, grey, brown, or soft earth tones, are always a safe choice because they are subtle and dont draw attention to what youre wearing

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