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Surprisingly affordable at under $150, this backless short cocktail dress has a sheer inset at the plunging v-neckline and floral lace from the bodice to the hem for a truly feminine look

Many of their plus size formal wear gowns stop at a size 20

Sourcing the most luxurious fabrics, we strive to create gowns that are not defined by the boundaries of 'trends,' but instead by our individual style." Carolina Herrera The queen of clean design, Herrera is all about a flawless fabric

At 350, it's at the expensive end of the scale, but, as you can see from the Duchess, requires minimal accessories to make shine

Recipe yield: This makes about 1 cup total

Valerie Steele, Director and Chief Curator of The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology