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Garden weddings, vineyard celebrations, and other outdoor venues offer more latitude, allowing suits in lighter shades or even tasteful sports coats for a smart-casual look

There are trends, though, and fabrics that read more elevated than others

Silk and brocade variations introduce texture and heritage inspired elegance

A number of nineteenth-century magazines had a target audience of middle-class women, and were a tool for spreading fashions both through written descriptions and illustrations

The thin straps offer a delicate femininity, and the boned corset bodice provides a stunning and sophisticated look

Metallic heels in silver or gold coordinate with most gown colors