By 7:22 p.m., I was on my hands and knees looking for the festive figurine under a table as my friends iPhone cast a light across the bar that was so bright several people began to stare
To keep the attention on your floor-length gown and accessories, opt for understated yet elegant makeup pick one feature to highlight, such as smokey eyes or a bold lip, and keep the rest of the look simple
The smocked bodice is pretty solidly made (though, of course, expandable/stretchy), and if you so desire, you could wear the dress without a bra - I choose to wear it with a strapless bra (I shared my favorites here - I find them to be true-to-size)
If your onion is a bit large, only use of the onion
The corset, designed with built-in pads and boning, cinches the waist to flatter your silhouette, while the lace-up back ensures a perfect fit
I use two different types of artifical green garlands which I attached to an embroidery hoop thats attached to the waist of the dress form