pale blue shirt dress Linen Midi – Mint Velvet Throw it on for a summer picnic or layer up on cooler days Sarah Alexandra SHIRT DRESS: AMALFI

If the setting's especially elegant such as a heritage hall or private members club consider darker suiting, refined accessories, and a neatly pressed pocket square to match the occasion

Mixing a great pattern with a co-ordinating or contrasting plain is always effective

Glitter Accents Adding glitter to your nails can elevate your look instantly

The dress has an invisible zip fastening at the back

all designs are expertly and lovingly hand-finished

I own several velvet jackets in moody shades, in addition to a couple of tuxes (one double breasted, the other single) and at least one black suit which - if pushed - can pass itself off as a dinner jacket