red mermaid prom dress Lace Applique Dresses Strapless Evening FD3622 Rendered in shimmering sequined lace fabric Rust Red Satin Spaghetti Strap

There's far less of a precedent you'll be setting with this outfit (there won't be a legion of guests looking to you for cues as to what's appropriate for the wedding) so it really comes down to wearing something you'll be happy with when you're looking back on the memories of your special day.

She has published two books, The House of Worth, 1916 * 1918 and The Care and Display of Historic Clothing, and worked with a number of fashion collections throughout Connecticut and Indiana

So, I promptly brought it to the fitting room

The semi-sheer waist adds an alluring touch, while the flowing maxi length creates a stunning, elegant silhouette