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Up next, this light and airy maxi from Anthropologie

Comes in different plain colorways

Do try and stomach wearing braces to keep that high waistline where it should be, too

If youre going to a formal event, gold shoes can be a nice way to add some sheen to a bold red dress

Whether youre looking for simple beach outfits to slip on after a swim or seeking something more polished for an afternoon stroll along the boardwalk, the right cover up dress bridges the gap between swimwear and daywear

At a black-tie event, you might get away with an elegant tea-length dress, but for a white-tie, you shouldn't stray from a floor-length dress, ball gown, or a distinctly formal jumpsuit