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This is perfect for those who want to stand out without being too flashy

Shop the Look Corset Bustier Midi Dress Nude Stiletto Heels Dainty Pendant Necklace Wear it to: an upscale restaurant, hotel, or rooftop The vibe: structured bodice, evening polish Best on: hourglass and rectangle figures A corseted bodice reads as one of the most occasion-specific design elements in occasion dressing because the structured shaping communicates deliberate dressing-up in a way that a simple midi without structure does not

Set up by university friends Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey, the label specialises in vintage-inspired silhouettes and prints a sartorial code that translates into bridal gowns with a wonderfully retro feel

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