pleated dress sleeves Long Sleeve Surplice Maxi Blue / S the long Long Sleeve Pleated Evening Formal

The high street has plenty of options with modest silhouettes featuring long sleeves and ankle-grazing hemlines, but constructed from semi-sheer and totally translucent fabrics like tulle and chiffon Sheer details give a modern edge to timeless evening glamour, shares the Needle & Thread design team

Usually these details were reserved for party frocks and evening gowns

Blend on high for a few seconds, until the shallot and garlic are pulverized and the dressing is smooth

Our fashion expert added, "Monochromatic styling also looks inherently chic in this case, opt for shoes in the same color of blue as your dress." For example, if you're wearing a sky-blue dress, go with sky-blue shoes (for more tips, check out our guide to putting together the perfect monochromatic outfit)