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Where once a designers prowess was judged by an ability to flip between extreme trends collection by collection, proposing sharp shifts in silhouette, colour and mood (kooky modesty gave way to extravagant camp, which in turn flipped towards bourgeois classicism in the latest hyper-speed cycle), the new watchwords of luxury are restraint, quintessential and core

For color, the cardinal wedding rule applies, avoid white, ivory, and anything bridal, and check whether the couple has color preferences

Elsewhere, if you don't mind investing a bit more, Bumpsuit have a gorgeous brushed satin gown that drapes over your figure instead of hugging it

Alternative Styling Idea: You can never go wrong with a striped or solid button up shirt