cheongsam dress white Chinese traditional winter plus velvet thick lace retro Qipao hugging sheath silhouette Custom make available, Traditional Chinese

Rich velvet holds its own against winter chill and daytime flush, letting the wearer stay warm without dulling the glamour

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Azazie Tyra Mermaid Halter Lace Lace Sweep Train Dress in Dusty Rose This glamorous, floor-length mother-of-the-groom dress will have you feeling wedding-readythanks to all the delicate handmade beading along the neckline and elegant Victorian baroque lace accents

New York and London: Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group, 2015

Dress codes are often loosely defined, leaving guests to interpret the tone as best they can