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This broad flattery makes it a reassuring choice, especially for a bride unsure what suits her, since it is one of the few silhouettes that works without demanding a particular figure to begin with

Embellishment: Lace appliqu and bead detailing

Reese Witherspoon and Selma Blair It seemed like everyone owned a lace slip dress back in the '90s

Your shawl had to be color coordinated to your gown and made of a floaty material like chiffon or tulle, or even a heavier sateen

Some of the folks involved have worked in retail, slinging clothes to the masses

Consider a FUBU jersey under a structured blazer, or pair high-top sneakers with wide-leg pants and a turtleneck