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A streamlined silhouette is eased with the mermaid skirt with godets to create the right amount of movement

Features: Pockets, tie-back, patchwork print

I think your suggestion of one shade lighter is on spot, if theres too much difference it looks tacky
Smith compared the phenomenon with Ludwig Wittgenstein and the rabbitduck illusion

Waist:up to 31"

I like to use my instant pot for steaming beets to keep the kitchen cool in summer