emerald green formal dress Long with Corset Bodice Emerald Green / 0 The sizing forgives plus Emerald Green Strapless Prom Dress

So we made that ruffled neck and then exaggerated it just for the sake of theater

I tried to channel this mindset by wearing pieces I had collected on my travels, like my favorite butter-yellow keffiyeh, which I purchased on the side of the road during a road trip in the Jordanian desert

To personalize this lovely lace style: Choose illusion lace or lined lace in the bodice

"We are seeing lots of muted pastels in soft tones juxtaposed by the colors of the season: shades of red and golden-hour hues," Smallshow says

4Keep, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for one week

Perfect for formal occasions, pair this dress with strappy heels and a clutch bag for a sophisticated look