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Designer's Note: The statement piece you need for your next occasion

With the introduction of TAPERED fit shirts, men now have the option for shirts that are fitted, but have enough stretch to provide comfort for all day wear in comparison to slim fit

PAIR IT WITH AN EDGY BLACK LEATHER JACKET: My first of 3 tips for how to style a black dress is to pair it with an edgy black leather jacket like this one by LAMARQUE

In-store order pickup, returns and tailoring services will be your saving grace during the chaos of wedding prep

You can find Katie May bridal designs at retailers like REVOLVE, Nordstrom and Shopbop

Repeat as many times as you want, although you won't need shells for any more than 2 lbs