long sleeve houndstooth dress Inspire Chic Women's Plaid Crew Neck Sleeves Belt A-Line Dress with Pockets S Black White, Size: Small 34 bust Black And White Houndstooth Long

"The focus has shifted toward individuality: what makes you feel confident, elegant, and true to your personal style

It's February, which means only three months until fashion's biggest night of the year, aka the Met Gala

Prep the salad dressing The salad dressing is one of the most essential parts of this recipe, being the central "green goddess" of the title

Origin: Sacramento, California Robust and inexpensive: Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil Rich Taste Top pick This oil is grassy like our picks from Cobram Estate and Graza, but it smells more floral and has a thicker, more buttery texture

Time to Complete: If I'd worked on it from dusk til dawn, this outfit probably took me about 4 days total to make

The off-the-shoulder neckline adds romantic charm while the full skirt creates a fairy-tale silhouette that photographs beautifully