white lace halter dress All My Adoration Shift and a Front Bow Detailing Billie Sleeveless Halter Floral Eyelet

Nothing on the invitation

I love Halloween, but being a thrifty girl I hate spending a lot of money on costumes that will likely only be worn once

When I design pieces that reveal the body, Im thinking about confidence as an energy, not a flash. Smiths Met Gala dresses demonstrate his modus operandi: for Halle Berry, he created panels of alternating black liquid-y bugle beads and sheer stretch mesh that fanned into a glorious, lengthy train

Department stores

This homemade version takes about 5 minutes and uses ingredients I always have on hand

Collar & Cos button-downs feature an elongated four-button placket, perfect to wear with tailored separates such as a navy blazer and khaki chinos for an elevated off-duty look