petite evening wear dresses Royal Blue Long Formal Dress With Beading Cap Sleeves Adored for its sophistication Petite Studio's Elisha Tencel Dress

Outsole, with flex grooves, in Ivory

Honey: A mild, runny honey works best

If youre heading into a fancy schmancy corporate setting and want to give off a polished vibe, you cant go wrong with a matching skirt or pantsuit (how cute is this pinstripe set from Astr the Label)

My leopard heels are from Vince Camuto, another brand I love for comfort

One practical note: velvet retains body heat, which makes it ideal for outdoor October ceremonies but potentially too warm for overheated indoor ballrooms

Dont Go For Shorts Broad shorts, cargo shorts, or ones with too many pockets are never a good look for the smart casual style