dark purple long dress Spaghetti Straps V Neck Slit Sequin Sheath Prom Hand Wash Cold Primavera Couture 3754 Size 18

Start with fabric selection: linen leads the pack for good reason

With basic pantry staples and just 5 minutes - I get the best maple dijon vinaigrette to toss into leafy greens, drizzle over roasted vegetables, or even use as a dipping sauce

Embellishments: Heavily embellished with hand-sewn sequins, beads, and crystals arranged in captivating linear and starburst patterns

As a point of comparison to show how much my photography has evolved, I kept one of my original photos (below)

The court train adds a graceful touch, making it ideal for a bride seeking a natural, yet refined style

Men might not wear suits as much today as they did in our grandfathers' time, but the suits our grandfathers wore would still mostly pass muster today