black long-sleeved dress Maxi Vintage Long Sleeve Dress, Elegant Dress, Formal Dress, Evening Dress, Black Dress, Prom Dress, Wedding Guest Dress, Summer and long sleeves Women's Solid Lapel Long Sleeve

The cool-mom set for embracing your bump this summer into fall

While the dress code itself is formal and has rules, remember that the primary aim of these events is usually to celebrate or enjoy an occasion, so do so with good grace and appropriate behaviour

Leopard Clutch / Michael Kors Watch / David Yurman Bracelets (here & here) / c/o Bauble Bar Earrings

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Even though black is often used as a symbol of death, mourning, as well as witches and magic, for me, it represents elegance, power and individuality

Think baby pinks and blues, slinky little dresses (like this one on the right, $21, New Look), knee high socks ($8, Wet Seal), and fluffy, powdery accessories