Every season we would drive out to the orchard to pick as many fresh strawberries as we possibly could and then my mom would turn them into all kinds of wonderful things: strawberry jam, strawberry rhubarb pie, strawberry shortcake
The mini A-line balance I target Bodice length: long enough to anchor the waist, short enough to look young Skirt length: short, but not so short that it needs constant adjustment Flare angle: enough swing for A-line, not so wide that it flips The biggest pattern risks in mini A-line Too much hem sweep: skirt flips up, photos look costume Too little hem sweep: looks like a straight mini, not an A-line Waist too high: makes hips look wider and shortens torso Waist too low: makes legs look shorter and causes riding up Fit test moves I always require in sampling Sit down and stand up 3 times Walk fast 10 steps Climb 3 steps Raise arms and twist torso Do a small jump test for party minis Mini A-line measurement focus What fabrics work best for a mini A-line dress, and which ones create problems
With a navy suit, you'd surely wear heels or Oxfords to match the ensemble's formality
For a day at the races, opt for a fascinator and a clutch bag to complete your ensemble
Pair with a simple clutch and pointed heels to complete the look, or go without accessories and let the dress do the talking
Another way to add volume to your lower half is with prints and colors
