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Finding the perfect modest LBD is a journey of self-discovery

She most recently turned out to the Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2023 show with her lips lined in an inky eggplant hue and finished off with a glossy mauve in the center

Serving families with Catholic attire since 1996

Sort of a reddish, I-just-bit-my-lips color that's bright enough to make an impact but good for even those with fair skin and hair: One of my hands-down fav looks of the moment is the white dress w/ black tights combo

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The key is to incorporate thematic elements through accessories or color choices rather than abandoning the formality of the dress code altogether