black formal dress midi Dresses and soft fabric with just the right amount of stretch to hug your curves. Petal and Pup Women's Melrose

Test mobility by sitting, raising your arms, and walking in the dress before purchasing

gold sequins //maxi length, sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, criss cross back detail, fully lined

The soft fabric and flattering fit and flare silhouette create a timeless look that balances comfort and refinement for special occasions and beyond

I eyeballed the placement, and drilled pilot holes before screwing the metal plates into place with the screws that came in the package

If you find that you regularly overcook chicken I recommend getting a meat thermometer

Using a semi-sheer dress as an over-layer for another outfit might skew a tiny bit dated, so instead choose a chunkier, opaque knit that still has some fun details like hers