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Evoke emotions Unconventional colors can trigger specific emotions or associations

Take this dress for example, it was 15 in the H&M sale and i bought it because i knew i would get a lot of use out of it this summer (Speaking of which where has the Great British Summer gone?!)

The crinkly fabric looks a little like it came from the poly section of the fabric store, but no one pulls off a statement shape like Cate

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Take a look at masterpieces by Morilee, Sherri Hill, Primavera, Rachel Allan, Faviana, Portia and Scarlett, Alyce, Tarik Ediz, Tiffany, Ellie Wilde and Jovani, among others

A lot of places dont carry specific color shades. Photos courtesy of Jdinsmoor Productions .