Mayonnaise: I like to make homemade mayonnaise, but store-bought is a convenient swap
If you wear brown shoes, you must wear a brown belt
"That was always the plan, even before we decided to have the crowd dressed all in black and white, which forces the audience to focus on Belle and the Beast/Prince even more." Again searching for historical accuracy, Durran covered the Prince's coat -- in the prologue of the film -- in Swarovski crystals, which would have been common for rich aristocrats in that time period
A traditional floor-length skirt creates a continuous, unbroken block of color and fabric
Stick to a neutral color palette with pops of color through accessories
In my experience, this neckline photographs beautifully from every angle because it frames the face without relying on bold accessories