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A lot of these Michael Costello dresses are on sale now too

Another must-have for your summer color palette is Pantone's 2019 Color of the Year, natch

Think elevated festival dresses, reworked classics, and statement accessories designed to be remixed and reimagined

Thin shoulder straps criss cross the open back to further the bold look with every turn in this fabulous short blue semi-formal dress

I want this post and its comments to be as helpful as possible for all those who are mid-life or older and looking for vintage fashion advice (plus I'm sure Elinor would love to get your take on things, too!).

While 10-15 years ago a lavish gown with decorative elements might have signified a brides high status, today it may come across as outdated