For civil ceremonies and informal gatherings, cocktail dresses in shorter lengths (or even a blazer) are a good optionstick to jewel tones and rich fabrics to stay true to the palette of the season
Roughly 53% of all bridesmaids travel for the wedding, spending $317 on average on flights, rental cars, and lodging
The strapless long black formal dress has a fully-lined long skirt with a sheer lace overlay that opens in a scallop-trimmed side slit before ending at the floor
The bottom half of the train provided enough material for a simple V-necked, sleeveless bodice and a wide shawl collar
I also appreciated the inseam pockets (because yes, pockets matter) and the full length, which hit right at the ground with flat shoes
Add the sausage and oyster mixture to the stale bread cubes and toss until evenly combined