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If you would prefer not to wear white, blush, soft blue, champagne, or your favourite signature colour all work

She notes that prep is super important for a style like this, so she washed the hair with a deep cleansing shampoo and light conditioner

Look for something that hits either right at your natural waist, at the top of your hips or somewhere in between those two points

These fit-and-flare cocktail dresses for over 40-year-olds are made with an amalgamation of nylon and spandex, for a relaxed and easy-chic fit

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Think beyond the perfect pose in the mirror and consider whether or not it is good for dancing