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The wrap dress was new to fashion, it was a mixture of the casual housewife cotton frocks of the past eras ( the 40s-60s) with the modern appeal of a dress that could be worn from morning to night without going through a lot in getting dressed-up. The style became a symbol for female empowerment because they were so easy to wear, practical and functional for women of all body types and backgrounds

For the event, the British royal rewore one of her chicest summertime staplesa baby blue Rebecca Vallance midi with short sleeves and a lace panel with embroidered florals decorating the bodice

You can also infuse extra elegance by adding a longer train but be sure to keep the considerations of the sand and water if you are saying your vows in the sand

The smart casuals dress code is transformative and can easily be adapted to different occasions

A brown leather watchband with brown dress shoes, belt, jacket or bag helps bring the outfit together