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And the best part is a style that can be adapted to suit any occasion, whether its a formal event or a casual day out

While formal, black tie and white tie are the only wedding dress codes that require floor-length gowns, Kostis says a longer dress is okay for a semi-formal wedding as long as it's not overly formal and feels right for the occasion

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In fact, the whole family came along with me and played nearby while we snapped these photos real quick and then I switched into my swimsuit as the sun continued to set which made for a MUCH cooler experience

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