pink lace dress midi self-portrait - Peplum bringing artistry into the design Ballerina Pink Oasis Petite Floral

If you want a more modern feel, style it with minimal strappy sandals and sleek jewelry to let the texture and silhouette stand out

We visited another great second-hand shop, called Mevrouw Jansen

Strawberry and Spinach Salad with a delicious poppyseed dressing is to die for

The quintessential black tie shoe is the patent leather oxford (or plain pump in traditional British parlance), characterized by: Finish: High-gloss patent leather creating a mirror-like surface Construction: Wholecut or minimal seaming for an uninterrupted silhouette Shape: Elegant almond toe with moderate elongation Sole: Fine leather sole with closed channel stitching Lacing: Closed lacing system (oxfords) with minimal eyelets Heel: Moderate height with refined proportions The patent leather oxford represents the pinnacle of formal footwear

While there may not be a uniform, some churches will have specific traditions which they believe need to be respected