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Still, Forbes-Bell and Maldonado highly suggest calling a family member to inquire about the dress code, though not in the final days leading up to the event, as they may be overwhelmed

Following a decade-long tenure as Who What Wear UKs first Editor-in-Chief, she now oversees Who What Wear and Marie Claire in the UK

For dinner parties or celebratory evenings, choose clean and classy silhouettes in timeless neutrals

Silhouette: Flowing bohemian with long lace sleeves and open back

I interfaced the satin and pressed in all the edges by half an inch

This will reduce the top-heaviness of the outfit and give you a degree of deliberate sophistication