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Ideal for the mother of the bride or groom, it's a sophisticated choice for a memorable day

They offer a more relaxed yet elegant look

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Last weekend Mr D and I had a wedding to attend, and I realised that all of my fancy frocks were either too fancy for this wedding (you cant wear a frock with a tiny train to a wedding if you know in advance the bride is wearing a short dress!), too light for an autumn wedding, or in non-wedding appropriate black or white

Casual rules shift seasonally through fabric weight and layering, and shift by venue through formality cues

We are aware this rule is tricky to apply and that you may want to share this magical moment with several people