beaded cocktail dress Deep V-Neck Short Party 4027 Fuchsia / 000 Black/Blue Sizes Jovani 40003 Size 6 White

Floor length A-line skirt with a side leg slit and side pockets

For instance, you can jazz it up with accessories like a belt and a matching leather handbag for a chic 'fit, or pair low-heel booties with a mini dress instead of platform heels for a more daytime look

Like the beige sandals, the gold creates a low contrast against my skin tone, so they extend the line of the leg while keeping the dress the focal point of the outfit

One of the celebrations I'll be attending has a black-tie dress code, which is a welcome excuse to bring out all of the stops and wear a dressed-up look that goes outside of my regular outfits

The archival image documents Marines and Sailors participating in ceremonial pageantry

I really like their interior, which is a nice burgundy with a quilt and some padding