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Modify the patterns length to achieve the elegant maxi dress look

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The color naturally absorbs light, creating a continuous, unbroken visual line that has an inherently elongating and slimming effect

The smooth satin fabric offers sophistication, while a charming back bow adds sweet detail

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And because sometimes a wedding can throw up a surprise or two (right, moms-to-be?), this dress also adapts to changing body shapes