periwinkle formal dress Velvi - Britt Maxi - - One Shoulder Dress Fitted gown * Occasions Strapless Periwinkle Tulle Tiered Formal

Think cable knits, corduroy, suede and mohair, all of which will make staple pieces more interesting and inject some individuality into failsafe smart casual fits (it's a lot easier to pull off than colour or pattern, too)

*this giveaway is in no way sponsored by Anthropologie.

Buy or sell your dream dress Looking to make a bold statement on your big day

This keeps your chiffon dress looking new for a long time

Bring a clutch thats small enough to be unobtrusive, but large enough to carry the essentials: your phone, your ID, credit card, and an extra $20, and any makeup you might need for a quick touch-up in the ladies room

Darker colors tend to be more slimming, while vertical stripes can create a lengthening effect