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For example, if you have a fitted white t-shirt underneath the top layer of the dress (this is layering and pretty on trend right now), then opt for the skirt half of the dress to have a longer length, and slimmer fit, so that it doesnt look bulky under the jacket

Gold or silver accents add glamour without breaking the monochrome feel

"This particular image (of the dress) doesn't have enough cues in the image itself to tell you what the color of the light is, so you have to rely on assumptions that your brain is making," Conway said

Contrast C: Chiffon, Georgette

The waistline is where the magic really happens

that's why this dress is styled with a detachable overskirt made from several layers of tulle that fastens at the waist and helps you create a totally different look