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I paired them with a halter style tank top, also from J.Crew, for a party look that will keep you cool and comfortable in the summer heat

Festive / Seasonal: This is your moment to lean into jewel tones, rich textures (hi velvet and metallics), and fall-forward prints

A shape made to hold, the Plus Size Long Formal Dress by LaDivine 7493C stands as an evening gown built for fuller figures

Rawdah Mohamed A model, influencer and former fashion editor of Vogue Scandinavia, Mohamed wore two eye-catching looks to Cannes this year, including this sculptural, custom dress by Cheney Chan (who also dressed Canadian supermodel Coco Rocha in a similar silhouette at the festival) styled with coordinating glasses by Austrian brand Neubau Eyewear

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