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FAST FACTS Size Range: XXS to 3X, also petite Materials: 97 percent polyester, 3 percent elastane Anthropologie I almost always gravitate toward sparkle, pattern and bright colors, but slipping into this stretch velvet number made me feel fabulous and surprisingly festive
This yellow maxi dress features a multicolor floral print, adjustable self-tie dark wash bow straps, smocked back panel and functional pockets
Size range: XS3XL Wrinkle-Resistant Cotton Dress Pants The Weekday Warrior Dress Pants from Bonobos are semi-formal perfection
Classic tuxedo accessories like a black bow tie, patent leather shoes, and cufflinks will complete the look