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HATCH Collection Shana dress, $278, HATCH Collection Strapless Polka-Dot Dress Bows and polka dots make for eye-catching details regardless of the party's dress code

- The dress can be cut to a shorter length, thanks to the raw edge at the bottom

The fabric you choose affects everything: how your gown moves, how it photographs, how comfortable you feel, and even how it holds its shape throughout your wedding day

I got one size up (size 2) to accommodate the growing belly and potentially other growing body parts

Making an orange vinaigrette dressing (Note: please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the complete written instructions.) This recipe is seriously easy it just has 3 basic steps

In bridal, going retro was until recently less alluring, but modern brides are turning the tide, making conscious choices that benefit the planet and make a statement on the big day