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And if its a holiday weekend like Memorial Day or Labor Day, there may not even be a guest list

I also recommend sticking to a neutral palette so everything mixes and matches easily

The wearer feels confident

Theyre so easy to dress up or down, and theyre a staple style that should be in your wardrobe

Of course some of the costume are more elaborate than others but I promise there are some super easy ideas that use items you already own plus with a little accessorizing (via Amazon if you like)

(Has anyone done that anywhere?) The metaphor is fitting and I even found a very different butterfly dress that would work for a Cinderella character too