semi formal dress code for ladies The Girlfriend's Guide to Cocktail Attire: A semi-formal evening events, weddings, and upscale gatherings. Think: dressy but not stuffy. Cocktail attire has fewer rules than Black Tie and White [READY FOR PREP] 758 SemiFormal

The Challenge:out of your comfort zone Fabric: Polyester satin taffeta, polyester iridescent organza, white and silver lace, silver mesh lace, eyelet for petticoat, kona cotton for pocket hoops, canvas and white cotton twill for stays Pattern: Butterick 4254 (be wary make the next size down), Patterns of Fashion 1- 1770-85 dress, Corsets and Crinoline- Pocket hoops Year: 1785 ish Notions: Boning, lots of sparkly crystal things How historically accurate is it?Maybe 30% the fabrics are terrible but the patterns are pretty good

The Spree Dress may look familiar as Emily B has worn the zebra print, or black/white, version previously

These would work to throw over a swimsuit and pair with a straw bag

Choose a bold print filled with flowers and colours

Its made from olive oil, egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and salt