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When in doubt, use Coco Chanels rule: Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off. She also said, It is always better to be underdressed. Though I dont always agree with the underdressed look, I do remember showing up to a couple fancy LA parties where all the girls were in their Louboutin heels looking amazing, but uncomfortable, whereas I was getting compliments left and right at how edgy my sneakers looked with my outfit

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Smocked bust

Look for a dress where the bodice ends just under the bust and the skirt falls straight, not where a waist seam sits at your natural waist