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For instance, a lace tea-length dress with intricate beadwork can give off a vintage glamour, reminiscent of old Hollywood

Pastel nail colors also work well for a daytime event, and a pastel manicure can also brighten up your daily look between events

From all of the restrictions that she had in her life she was just dying to get out and experience life and had a real sense of adventure. And, in a fitting twist, the dress worked its magic on Harnois, too, helping bring her out of her shell: I think if Im being totally honest with you, I would have to say that that dress probably broke me into being way more adventurous in my own personal style, she said

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