While floor-length styles remain the traditional choice, contemporary formal gowns also embrace clean architectural lines and streamlined silhouettes that deliver understated sophistication
(wink-wink) I know you mentioned your birthday was this past Monday, but I just had to sing this to you: This is the day, this is the day, that the Lord has made, let us rejoice, let us rejoice and be glad in it and be glad in it
If Youre Choosing Just One Pair of Boots to Wear With Dresses Best timeless boot style: Leather knee-high boots Best casual option: Suede or slouchy boots Best option for short dresses: Knee-high or riding boots Best option for midi dresses: Ankle boots or mid-calf boots These are the styles I rely on most and build outfits around year after year
These looks are all great by themselves, and can easily be the perfect base layer to any neckwear color you chose
If they match your skin tone, they'll elongate your legs too
Whenever possible, Ive featured pants that come in a wide range of sizes and that includes pairs that come in a variety of inseams, to accommodate different heights