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Thick fabrics like Mikado or crepe will do a much better job of keeping you warm than lighter fabrics like silk or chiffon

Sewing attached sleeves can be faster than sewing set-in sleeves, but they will take more fabric to cut when laid out

Despite being tricky to work with, the green velvet was the perfect colour to symbolise Lady Whistledown, green being Penelopes iconic colour throughout the season, with the darker shade highlighting her incognito alter ego

They also make for a fairly easy Halloween costume

I think the biggest component to a dress this season is the color and/texture

Polka dots or lace-inspired patterns on tights can elevate simple dresses