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Even if you arent very fashion-conscious, your outward appearance is a huge component of respect

*Note that you need to leave 3/8-inch along the lower edges of the armholes and 1/2- inch along the lower edges of the dress back, as marked

Choose elevated fabrics like satin, crepe, velvet, jacquard, or structured chiffon, and style the dress with evening shoes, a small clutch, polished jewelry, and elegant hair

Then its just a case of drawing a new line, joining the marks to the neck and the armhole

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