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Sleeves, whether short, three-quarter, or long, are also making a comeback

It looked very neat and professional compared to some other reception places I have seen including the one I had my own wedding at where they wore colored dresses

Kostis notes that the season and time of day can shape how you piece together your semi-formal wedding outfits: "Lighter colors and fabrics are typically seen as more appropriate for daytime events, while you'll find darker tones and different textures at evening celebrations," she says

Dress it up with heels for an evening out or pair it with flats for a laid-back brunch

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Pierce was looking at imagery of female worshippers to inspire the collection