black lace strapless dress Sheath Corset Long Prom with Slit PSK605 US12 / Black For those extra special events Lady Black Tie - Desirae

"I definitely don't think it's a universal rule anymore, but I personally prefer to skip black dresses for weddings," she says

They are made in the traditional way, and can be resoled and repaired to last forever

My Sewing Machine: SINGER 9960 Quantum Stylist, my coverstitch: Janome Cover Pro 1000cpx My Serger: Brother 1034D 3 or 4 Thread Serger or you can just use Pinking Shears Rotary Cutter I love my large ruler and large cutting mat, but you may prefer to start of with a smaller Cutting set Dritz Dual Purpose Marking Pen and Fray Check Ball Point needles Singer walking foot or universal walking foot Wonder clips (I didnt use these in the post, but they are just awesome

If you do not own patent leather, a highly polished black cap-toe Oxford is also appropriate

Keep it simple and classic, a mule or court shoe with a low block or kitten heel

I love the little clock on the hat