vera wang formal dress Wang: Jesson 8 Color Vera Wang FRANIA | Fantasy

When experimenting with new textures, stick to neutral colors to ease yourself in and allow the detailing to really shine

Photo: devonrachel.com Funky Coat The temptation to match your patterned maxi with a solid colored coat is STRONG but see what happens when you pair your floral maxi with an animal print coat, a checkered jacket, or something completely unexpected

Rent: This houndstooth coat was the perfect option to get into the fall spirit as the temps are starting to cool

Theevery-mandark olive greenmakes it easy with almost anything in your closet

PS: The train can easily be detached when it's time to hit the dance floor

However, the key to nailing this style is not just in picking a fashionable topper but in understanding how to match it with the specifics of your dress