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Plus, the smocked bodice of this maxi dress offers a flattering silhouette

A gown is a formal item of clothing, and this item of clothing is typically worn at a wedding or a ball

Another option, if you really don't want to wear a dress shirt, is to opt for a collarless shirt like the one that your grandad used to wear

Those dresses are ideal for: Prom night (especially if you want to stand out in photos) Graduation celebrations (the kind with a fancy dinner after) Wedding guest looks (when the dress code is formal or black tie optional) Cruise formal night (honestly one of my favorite excuses to dress up) What makes these goddess styles work is balance