green bodycon mini dress Emerald Pair with our silver slingback heels and socks for a coquette edge. Caught Staring Bodycon Mini Dress

Pair it with a dark suit for a sleek monochromatic look, or contrast with light-colored trousers for a bold statement

A timeless staple with a modern feminine twist

In this look, Im wearing a pair of dark-wash bootcut jeans by AG, a white ribbed sweater from Anthropologie, and some really cool knit lug-sole booties by Sam Edelman

* Cotton Tie Dye (T-shirt like)

The venue also often determines just how formal you should go, but there are a few tried-and-true rules to live by, no matter where it's held: Stick to midi- or full-length dresses, keep fabrics in mind, and remember the transformative power of dynamite accessories and a good pair of heels

Color-matched zipper for the preschool graduation gown and beautiful handmade pleats