velvet blue dress Priya Royal Draping Corset High Slit Gown XS / 2 and royal blue Jovani 40022 Long Velvet Gown

If you want a more relaxed or business-casual feel, opt for an earth-toned shirt like beige with navy pants to create a sophisticated contrast

This long sleeve lace dress has a mock turtleneck neckline, which I showed off by pulling my hair into a ponytail

I'm wearing an older version of the Inland dress, with a slight lettuce edge and knitted texture - the newer version has a smoother fabric, and is currently on sale at Aritzia

Details & Fit: Available in classic ivory and white

The off-the-shoulder neckline elegantly frames the dcolletage, while the subtle ruffle detail introduces a touch of considered texture

My mother and siblings laughed and rolled their eyes