side lace up dress Midnight In London Lace-Up Mini Black Sleeveless Drawstring straps (adjustable) Silver cord locks to adjust at straps Asymmetrical hem at bust Cut out sides Drawstring lace up details Silver O ring detail Front zipper Stretchy Fabric One Shoulder Trim Detail Cut

Short sleeves with a notched neckline, diagonal darts down the front and one seam down the middle

These lengths help make the legs look longer

Avoid a food processor as the ingredients will mash and there will be none of the well-known chunks left in the dressing

A go-to for maternity or curvier bridesmaids, empire waists give a graceful shape while staying modest and comfortable

Pro tip: Try a midi length black dress with knee-high boots where the hem of the dress covers the top of the boots to create a cozy vibe for fall and winter

(And it was way easier than I anticipated.) This was pre-sewing machine days so I hand sewed the whole thing