blue satin midi dress Petal and Pup Women's Lisbeth sleek woven satin shapes this chic dress that has a trendy mock neckline (with loop Lady Black Tie - Tamera

For stunning dresses worth the splurge, Camilla with Love is also amazing

Thigh-high slit balances the classic lace with a touch of modern drama

Since Im pretty handy with a knife, I shredded the cabbage julienne-style by hand, but you can also use a food processor with an attachment or a mandoline slicer to make shredding cabbage super easy

One of my most regularly commented-upon photos on Instagram is of my darling plus size sewing dress form (also known as a mannequin, or dressmakers dummy)

If salad looks a little dry (especially if you let it sit overnight), add a tablespoon (or 2) of salad dressing and stir

Waistline : High, just under the bust, perfect for creating a long, lean look