if you dont already have a go-to LBD, this is the one
This dress features a strappy neckline and a flattering tiered rara body
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I made up for the lack of a top shell layer by pairing the look with a pair of water-resistant pants, which came in handy after I emerged from the geothermal waters back into the cold, and a headband that I kept on while soaking in the deliciously warm lagoon
Notch Lapel: A more versatile option for semi-formal occasions that still require elegance without the full formality of a peak or shawl lapel
For example, you wouldnt wear a pair of lugg boots with a chiffon occasion dress, but you could wear it with wool socks and a lightweight mini dress