maxi dress with gold Reaching Out consider sizing up for fuller hips Petal & Pup Women's Karley

For footwear, dress sneakers are allowed now for semi-formal or smart casual dress codes, and these by Cole Haan have the professional look without compromising on all-day, on-the-go comfort

But, if you have the option of actually being a goddess, well, that's quite a bit better

Wine Red Satin Mockneck Jumpsuit, $79 This stylish jumpsuit is a perfect wedding guest outfit for a fall cocktail wedding

Warm tones go better with the yellow half of the spectrum

Make a sophisticated statement with this timeless piece

I'm getting what I think the seamstress called an over bustle, but it also does have a wrist strap already on the dress