fp movement women's hot shot mini dress and oversized patch pockets at the front FP Movement Hot Shot Mini

We spoke to Lucy Roe, director of alternative wedding dress brand Lucy Can't Dance, and Christina Blanchette, VP of Sales and Marketing at Maggie Sotterro, who gave us their top tips on how to style a black wedding dress

Usually the pictures are pretty easy to follow

Long knife pleats

I painted it with three coats of paint as it was a pretty dark piece and finished it off by buffing in clear furniture wax

Morilees Dama collection brings structured silhouettes with detachable sleeves, sheer corset bodices, and glitter tulle skirts for a fairytale feel

Things to Avoid: While weve covered the must-haves, its equally important to know what to steer clear of when dressing for a cocktail attire wedding: Tuxedos/Gowns: Save the tuxedos and ball gowns for black-tie events