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Avoid casual sundresses, jersey dresses, office dresses, denim, flip-flops, daytime cotton florals, very short party minis, white or ivory dresses, bridal lace, and anything that looks too casual for a formal evening wedding

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To add an extra touch of magic, why not book a costumed character for photo opps

* Sheer maxi dress * V neckline * Adjustable cami straps * Sultry low back * Swan hook fastening at the center top

But what good are the rules if you cant bend them, especially for expressing your personal style

For example, you could wear a black biker jacket over a beige sweater and a pair of dark-colored denim and then slide on a pair of camel chukkas for a casual yet eye-catching winter outfit