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Knee-Length and Above-the-Knee Hemlines When wearing a dress that falls above or exactly at the knee, your legs are prominently featured and put on magnificent display

No support many styles assume youll go braless Too girly lots of ruffles, smocking, and overly sweet prints Unforgiving fabrics clingy or non-breathable materials that dont feel good in the heat Once you recognize these patterns, its much easier to skip what doesnt work and go straight to what does

Pro tip: Satin and velvet are great fabrics for keeping comfortable while achieving a more elevated evening look

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The bodice and skirt are both made from a light purple chiffon fabric, giving the dress a delicate and feminine feel