I would suggest that you always have at least one person with you at all of your alterations appointments so that they can become familiar with the process in the run-up to the day and be sure that they know how your dress is supposed to be done up
The key is to embrace your individuality and let your personality shine through your costume
Appreciating that a philanthropic legacy, even one with immense benefits to the public, confers private benefits isnt necessarily a form of cynicism
Its the color you can rely on for both professional settings and casual outings, giving you the freedom to create looks that are both sophisticated and functional
If youre not too keen on the idea of completely painting over an old beautiful piece of furniture, refinishing with wood stain is another alternative
Unlike a traditional black tie dress code, no colors are off limits (except white, of course), so choose something that reflects the wedding and makes you feel your best