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The London-based label launched bridal last spring and has been churning out romantic, whimsical, and affordable wedding-dress options since

Look for: Wrap dresses Fit-and-flare silhouettes Dresses with seam placement at the waist Bias-cut dresses that skim rather than cling Dresses with contrast between bodice and skirt The goal is not to exaggerate curves but to support natural balance with thoughtful design

Depending on the exact restaurant, you may want to lean smarter or more casual

my favorites are Soom, Cedars, Trader Joes, and Seed+Mill

Drill the second hole 5 1/16 inches over from the first

Beyond body type, personal style plays a critical role