blue denim dress Frilly Square Neck Bustier Puff Sleeve Short Blue / XL / 71%Cotton+27.5%Polyester+1.5%Elastane M 6/8 43.3 16.1 35.8 22.8 Blue Jean Baby Tube Denim

Faith Hill at the Academy Awards (2002) The early-2000s Oscars ceremonies might have been a treasure trove of zany looks, but none came quite close to Faith Hills over-the-top Versace dress, which featured almost every colour of the rainbow

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Fair skin looks great in dark emerald, forest green or jewel tones which also makes it pop

Consider the Time and Location of the Event: The time and location of the wedding also impact your cocktail attire choices

As I type this, I believe my current closet includes a silky tapestry print piece that feels more Italian aperitifs than NYC drinks, a couple of breezy tunic-like numbers, and several stretchy sweater maxis I wore throughout my two pregnancies (and never, ever want to look at again)