mini dress linen Yellow Puff Sleeve – Mint Velvet Adjustable shoulder straps Fortunate One | Dainty Romantic

No longer reserved strictly for brides or debutantes, a stark white contemporary gown makes a bold, hyper-confident statement

For our fashion flashback this week, we're looking into the not-so-distant past 2015 to be exact to steal some style inspiration from model Emily Ratajkowski

Key elements include: Defined lapels on a blazer A clear shoulder line A shaped waist A skirt or trouser that falls in a clean, uninterrupted line This is why a tailored suit, tuxedo or structured gown appears formal, while a flowy sundress or oversized hoodie does not, regardless of price

This combination has the same party-ready effect, but is much more fashion forward (and in my opinion, more fun) for a look that will have you fielding compliments all night long

Black Sweater A black sweater is a classy wardrobe must

Swift appeared in a sleeveless gold sequin dress with her hair styled in an updo