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That goes for hair and make up too

Match your silhouette to the setting so the landscape works with you, not against you

If the reception is likely to be informal but the wedding is being held in a church, a more conservative look for the ceremony can be changed for a sensual party dress for later on

We used the sleeve piece (though we modified it to be more fitted) and the V-neck princess seam bodice

Final thoughts Having been in fashion for over 15 years, we have seen again and again how skin tone and undertones affect how colors are seen

This guide shares simple styling ideas that make any setup feel styled and not stuffed