red holiday dresses Pleated Midi Dress - Event and synthetic horsehair netting under the skirt for maximum twirl The Perfect Red Holiday Dress

Flattering pattern strategies: Vertical stripes or patterns (create upward/downward eye movement) Small all-over prints (camouflage rather than highlight) Darker patterns at the midsection with lighter at bust/hem Asymmetric patterns that create diagonal lines Patterns to approach carefully: Horizontal stripes across the tummy (widen appearance) Large bold prints centered at the stomach (draw attention) Contrasting color blocks at the waistline (emphasize width) Jewel Tones and Rich Colors Rich colors photograph beautifully and offer flattering alternatives to black

Todays recipe for Lemon Poppy Seed Salad is a new favorite because it not only has a delicious lemon poppy seed dressing, but its full of flavor and yummy ingredientsmaking it a go-to

Serve immediately, or keep in the fridge for up to 2 hours to wilt

Now that weve gone over what to wear and not wear when being asked to dress in semi-formal mens attire, remember these three main rules - go more overdressed than casual, add personal touches with accessories (but not too many), and always consider the event time and place

Apple or Oval - Empire & tunic Apple shapes have broader shoulders than their hips, with a larger bust and waist compared to their, generally, slimmer legs

Its also a great option to drizzle Mongolian Beef Noodles, as the beef will soak up the sauce