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You want to look like the best, most festive version of your professional self, not a completely different person
Now, let's explore the exciting realm of cocktail dresses and their key attributes
Avoid a mermaid for very casual or outdoor weddings, where its formality reads as overdressed, and consider an alternative if comfort and ease of movement are priorities or if the silhouette feels too attention-grabbing for the particular wedding
So, what color do you see?
Event Details Who: Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452, Marines, veterans, families, and community guests What: 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball When: Saturday, November 14, 2026 (See agenda below for specific times) Where: Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165 Why: To honor 251 years of Marine Corps service, sacrifice, tradition, and brotherhood Accommodations For guests wishing to stay near the venue, there are two hotels within walking distance of the Waxahachie Civic Center, subject to availability: Hampton Inn & Suites Reservation Desk: 866-994-8422 Fairfield Inn & Suites Reservation Desk: 866-994-8422 A Fundraiser with a Mission The Marine Corps Birthday Ball helps support the mission and community efforts of the Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452
