formal mother of the bride dress Long Length (152 cm) Lining Mother Of The Bride Pant

Midnight blue is just as traditional arguably more so because under artificial lighting it reads darker and richer than black

Soft rayon crepe de chine drapes perfectly in favorite classic styles and new statement heirlooms

There's no need to slice the strawberries

Forever tights play into the buy less, buy better narrative

Paola Farina, a personal stylist emphasizes on these points, she states, When it comes to creating a slimming effect around the tummy area, fabric choice and dress structure play key roles

Source: Fancy Dresses Described or What to Wear at Fancy Balls, by Arden Holt (1887) (I found this book when trying to find an illustration containing as many of the witch fashion tropes as possible in one outfit