adrianna papell blue dress Platinum 40397 A streamlined silhouette is eased with the mermaid skirt with godets to create the right amount of movement Adrianna Papell 40495 Bateau Neckline

I wore it to my sister's graduation last weekend and received so many compliments on it and even had a few people ask me about it when we were shooting these photos

Made from taffetaone of the brand's signature fabricsthe simple halter-neck shape with full, floor-sweeping skirt is adorned with intricate beading in a floral motif

Teaming these up with a lightweight knit will work well, maintaining a bit of casual style

There are, of course, traditional ways to approach what to wear to a funeralwearing black is believed to have originated during the Roman Empire, however, it became more popular after Queen Victoria wore the hue to mourn the death of her husband, Prince Albert

And then I discovered Id already posted the frock Id picked for this week

A black figure skating dress by Elite Xpression, featuring elegant long sleeves, a cropped-style top with a sheer black mesh midsection, and a flowing two-layer chiffon skirt