long dress for women for summer Maxi Sleeveless Ruffle A-Line Coral from Miami. Summer Stunner Coral Chiffon Maxi

Aim to complement the wedding partys colour palette not match it, says Regine Ellis, creative director at John Charles

Experiment with off-shoulder designs, asymmetrical hems, and abstract prints for contemporary options

dress (M) // sandals (8) // sunnies // hat What Ive learned: On me, showing a bit more leg usually looks more balanced and flattering

The dress is finished with an internal lace-up corset for extra support

If you encounter a bottle of expired dressing in your parents fridge (or even in your own), you can use your senses to make sure the dressing doesnt smell rancid, and toss anything that doesnt taste like the salad topping you know and love