A one-shoulder neckline and ruching with an open back makes this an eye-catching dress for bridesmaids to wear
See the dresses: Christos Bridal 2013 Collection Claire La Faye designs have a heavy influence from romance and days gone by and also celebrates all things sexy and unique
Sherri Hill, couture, pageant gown, black velvet dress, hot pink, fuchsia, side train
When in doubt, aim for slightly polished rather than overly casual
Monsoon, founded in 1973 and still described by the Sunday Times in 2010 as "the boho chic fashion retailer", saw its pre-tax profits rise dramatically during the recession of the late noughties: from 3.6 million in 2008 to 32.6 million in the year to August 2009
Dressy sandals can work in more relaxed workplaces during spring and summer