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Aim for a dress that grazes the floor or hovers just above it, as this creates a balanced and elongated look

I've just made my first one of these and love it to bits, so I'm really pleased about the hint with the nice fabric - might have to go and get myself some

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I always think black dresses are their own statement so I want my accessories to compliment the look and not take over

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