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If you already have a darker skin tone you have a head start just make sure that your back is well moisturised in the run-up to the wedding (a fabulous job to give your groom although you might not want to tell him why hes doing it!) If youve chosen a backless gown, finish the look by making statements to the rear: choose a hairstyle with an intricate plait or roll at the back, and pick a pin, comb or flower that complements the dress to wear at the back of your hair

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The most reliable way to gauge the formality is to ask older chapter members or the event organizers what people typically wear, since the expectation differs noticeably from one sorority and one event to another

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