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The surplice bodice and gathering on the hip play up an hourglass figure

It is particularly popular for receptions where the more contemporary, structured silhouette reads appropriately and for senior guests who want a formal ethnic look without the ceremony associations of a sherwani

Swap half the vinegar for Greek yogurt

When I have this dressing in the fridge I sometimes use it on Strawberry Chicken Salad as a substitute for the orange vinaigrette in that recipe

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I love to get embraced in all those big journeys and to do an action role has always been a childs dream of mine. All of Kate Middletons Looks from the 2018 Scandinavian Tour By Chris Jackson/Getty Images