new years eve sparkly dress Gold Sequin Year's 34% metallic fibres Machine wash Size + Fit Model is 167cm/56 and wearing size Small Sparkly New Year's Eve Dress

One would think this is obvious but the placement, width, and spacing of stripes can dramatically impact whether or not an outfit feels more vertical or feels more horizontal

Little Val ruffles are almost a necessity with the thin gown. (San Francisco Call, 1904) Then I gathered the puff sleeves below the elbow into Valenciennes lace cuffs and attached ruffles at the bottom

Although Ill miss being tan & feel like I didnt take advantage of the beach as much as I wished, Im somewhat looking forward to this next season of fall and all things that come with it: cozy knits, booties, plaid everything, etc

The smocked bodice offers a comfortable, flexible fit before flowing into a softly gathered skirt with tiered ruffle accents

In the later 1940s dress hemlines dropped to mid-calf inspired by Christian Diors New Look

For more delicious holiday recipes, be sure to also try my Juicy Baked Turkey, Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes, Homemade Pumpkin Pie, and Red Chili Pork Tamales