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The kind of dress that looks effortless the moment you slip it on

After sifting through the overwhelming amount of extremely fancy, new products, we narrowed our favorites down to a whopping 21 dresses that you should absolutely consider for your next formal event

Depending on your plans, this could mean a length or material that can comfortably take you from a courthouse ceremony to celebratory cocktails, or maybe it's something in a lightweight fabric that's easy to pack should you be jetting off for a private destination wedding

- Neckline: Sweetheart

Since mum usually picks out Elana's clothes, who will win this battle

Finished in crisp, breathable cotton poplin, it has that clean, lightweight feel that's just right for upcoming warm-weather plans.