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For more on making a tight footprint work harder, these small bedroom layouts cover a few other space-saving swaps worth knowing

Brands like Milly and Trina Turk often sit comfortably in this space: celebratory, event-ready, and designed with enough fashion perspective to feel special without drifting into bridal territory

Whether you prefer short sleeves, three-quarter sleeves, or full-length sleeves, select a style that suits your taste

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Swimwear cover-ups are a great way to use chiffon for the summer, whether you go for a more dramatic long option or something short and sweet like the Petal cover-up

A better rule: dress one notch smarter than day-to-day