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If the event is on grass or sand, avoid thin stilettos and opt for block heels or elegant wedges

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If this price point is a little too steep for your budget, Amazon influencers have dubbed this Argeousgor dress a handy $50 dupe (though you may have to dig around for your preferred color option)

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More experienced sewists could also use a knit fabric with more drape such as a viscose or rayon jersey