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The house judges an evening on proportion and cloth, not on how brightly it sparkles

Pinstripe Tiered Dress Amazon Essentials Women's Fluid Twill Tiered Fit and Flare Dress ($22, originally $30) Available in eight different colorways, this breezy tiered dress is figure flattering and easily transitions from day to night, should you want to style it with heeled sandals later on

Half Break A heavier break in the crease, this looks great with a thicker fabric, especially in those colder months

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A structured bodice paired with a voluminous skirt creates classic proportions while offering graceful movement throughout the evening