maxi dress dress Nicole This flowing silhouette dances with soft ruffles along the sleeves and hem STAUD, Joy Maxi Dress in

While I understand it may be frustrating that youre unable to purchase the exact pieces Im wearing sometimes what I hope to provide you with instead is inspiration to make use of your existing wardrobe, see things through fresh eyes and sustainably purchase pieces that work for your lifestyle and budget as you hone your personal style

In the case of this shirred dress I made for my daughter Ruthie eight years ago (oh so tiny!) I put the shirring only on the back, so the front would still be flat: And here is my sweet Ruthie in a shirred dress that I made well before I had any photography skills: They are such easy summer dresses

Darker, more dramatic colors are entirely appropriatethink navy blue, forest green, deep wine, and even metallic shades like gold and silver for a touch of winter glamour

Medium-sized patterns are what youre going to shoot for here

Instead, opt for lighter beige, light gray, or blue colors

Thats the kind of energy you want on interview day