blue white wedding dress Off-Shoulder Lace Trumpet butterfly with Long Sleeves and Chapel Train bowknot waistband Adding Color to Your Big

The 32.7-inch height leg room allows for relaxed makeup sessions

If you prefer a thinner consistency, stir in a small splash of water until it reaches the texture you like

If in doubt, lean towards more formal optionsits better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed

Alternative Options to Solid Black If you love dark tones but want something less traditional, consider these variations

An A-line dress in a bold, large floral print will flatter your figure

Tappan is the Fashion Editor at Marie Claire , where she covers trend forecasting and shopping stories, highlighting runway-inspired styles and a blend of emerging and established brands