disney princess pink dress Four wearing and her bodice lights up to match the colour of her skirt Disney Princess The Little Mermaid

This dress code requires a balance of polish and ease, and finding the right smart casual outfit ideas takes effort

Our 5-foot-9 (size M) panelist also found the straps too long, and opted to shorten them herself (an easy-enough operation with a seam ripper and a sewing machine), successfully bringing up the neckline

Narrow zigzag As I have explained before, bias-cut garments stretch once they are sewn up

Cozy long sleeves perfect for cooler weather

Bridal designer Caroline Castigliano, who designed the stunning Skye gown in our blue wedding dress round-up, says: I think it works brilliantly to draw out the blue in the gown and wear blue wedding shoes