performance dress shirt Button Down – Montauk Tackle Company The firm spread collar includes integrated collar stays to maintain a crisp Collars & Co Apex Performance

You should also put a white pocket square with a straight edge in your breast pocket

Brown shoes can also be challenging to style with navy dresses or suits, however lighter colors of brown such as rust and caramel can look stunning with navy

You can dress your crew in graduated shades of the same color (think: pink) or simply pick your favorite

For an extra pop of flavor, add a drizzle of thick balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze

But if you are able to source the right blue fabric and trims, then here's a pattern for a bustle gown that will have you wanting to sing to the Angel of Music (and here's a cloak pattern if you get coldmake sure to clip the hood just-so onto the middle of your head so you don't cast shadows on your face)

This dress has a plunging neckline, lace trim, and an open back