This movement bears witness to a time when openness to diversity is celebrated, and the beauty of ancestral traditions unveiled thanks to the challenges taken up by future African haute-couture.
I recommend playing with proportions by adding an over-the-knee or thigh-high boot
I think this would be more suited to an intermediate or advanced sewist due to the amount of fabric used, delicate fabrics that are recommended, and the often-vague vintage pattern instructions
Size chart: Size: S US: 4 UK: 8 EU: 34 Bust: 84cm/33.07'' Waist: 62cm/24.41'' Sleeve: 60cm/23.62'' Length: 128cm/50.39'' Size: M US: 6 UK: 10 EU: 36 Bust: 88cm/34.65'' Waist: 66cm/25.98'' Sleeve: 61cm/24.02'' Length: 129cm/50.79'' Size: L US: 8 UK: 12 EU: 38 Bust: 94cm/37.01'' Waist: 72cm/28.35'' Sleeve: 62cm/24.41'' Length: 130cm/51.18'' Size: XLarge US: 10 UK: 14 EU: 40 Bust: 100cm/39.37'' Waist: 78cm/30.71'' Sleeve: 63cm/24.80'' Length: 131cm/51.57''
A relaxed neighborhood gathering may naturally call for casual attire, while a formal fundraiser might benefit from a more sophisticated style
This is one reason why wearing white as a guest has been traditionally frowned upon its seen as an attempt to upstage or overshadow the bride on her special day, whether thats the wedding itself or associated celebrations like the bridal shower