shirt waist dresses IYAL cotton poplin tie maxi dress in white It has a blouson shirt style with incredible waist cinching panels Stellaria Ruched Long Sleeve Mini

In the creative process of trying to figure out what to do with it, I started draping it around me and had a lightbulb moment when I realised just how awesome the print looked at full length (made me look quite skinny, yey for optical illusions)

There are plenty of other colors that are much safer

Deeper shades like plum and mulberry carry more weight and formality, making them a better fit for an autumn or winter reception, or a black-tie dress code

The warmth in coral works with skin rather than against it, but the right shade for one tone is different from the right shade for another

What to avoid: Statement earrings AND statement necklace AND statement bag all competing at the same time

Women can use a beach wrap on the bottom while the rest of the bathing suit creates a unique halter-top look