square neck summer dress Stroll Fit & Flare in Tidal Treasures, Size 2X blend fabric Floral Print Summer Petite Women

Wispy pieces and wavy hairstyles add intrigue to the sweetheart neckline

Most Unique: Cinq Sept Adeline Dress Patterned dresses are definitely on trend, but look closely here and you'll see that it's not actually a pattern, but rather words: je t'aime (I love you), mon coeur (my heart) and other romantic French phrases

To walk us through the essential steps of pulling off a fabulous, fun, and mishap-free evening, we consulted an expert in the matter: Kerry OBrien, founder and designer of Commando

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A smooth, fitted bodice skims the waist and hips, giving a sleek, streamlined silhouette that looks beautiful in photos and in person