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Again, look at those award ceremonies people often have a different, yet still compelling take on black tie

In fact, a few thoughtful choices can help you save money on alterations while still achieving a gown thats tailored to your body

Dress : c/o Julie Brown / Bracelet : Julie Vos c/o Tuckernuck (Adore this elephant bangle from Julie Vos via Tuckernuck, too!) / Bag : Kate Spade (Sold out), but swooning over these hot pink Kate bags: one, two, three and four / Watch : Michael Kors / Pumps : Adrienne Vittadini / Necklace : Kate Spade (Sold out), but loving this Kate statement necklace / Lipstick : Clinique / Earrings : J.Crew, less expensive version here / Sunnies : Kate Spade (available here via eBay)

Like I legitimately am too much of a nerd and a geek to say that just for the sake of it, and I really mean it - where my creative juices at

I recommend you to opt for rich saturated colors (greens, oranges, pinks, reds, yellows, etc) or darker tones (navy blue, emerald green, burgundy, deep purple, etc) eventually containing some sparkle and print