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The honest takeaway is that a mermaid is a beautiful, appropriate choice for formal and dressier weddings, but not the universal best choice for every wedding

In the back, a row of fabric-covered buttons joins the bodice to the fitted hip before the lace embellishments fan out into the sheer layers of the flared skirt and train in sparkling tulle and lace accents

They bring just the right amount of edge and beauty to the whole look

The Design Because the materials raw edge had a really nice border, I wanted to incorporate it into the design in place of the hem (I was also being a bit lazy because I didnt want to sew a hem!) I wanted a square neckline to begin with, but turns out it was necessary to have in order to maintain the raw edge