black strapless sequin dress Dave & Johnny Short Hoco 11820 Black / 00 sweetheart neckline (with hidden no Shiny Black Mini Dress -

Styled hair and finished makeup signal effort appropriate for celebrations

Cut from our lustrous red satin, 'Ilaria' keeps it simple yet sexy with a side splicing halter top that reveals just a hint of side boob

I dressed it up with a little DIY creativity using old shutters and barn wood, and I shared the full how-to in my blog post if you want the details

Rinse the cooked pasta under cold water to cool it down before tossing

Think about what cuts, fabrics and styles make you feel more confident, and choose something that flatters you

Fans who follow Queen B on Instagram know that she has been celebrating her aspirational silhouette since giving birth to twins Rumi and Sir four months back with body-conscious snaps that play up her knockout curves and plunging necklines that flatter her cleavage