white formal short dress CHARLOTTE Strapless Satin Mini bridal after party dress White Paris Strapless Formal Mini

WASHINGTON Once an absentee first lady, Melania Trump embraced her moment in the spotlight Tuesday for the French presidents state visit, ditching her trademark dark sunglasses and shining in a look-at-me white skirt suit and matching hat

Choose a knee-length or midi style in crepe or jersey with a subtle flutter sleeve for a breezy, romantic feel

These days, we're styling almost any dress in our wardrobe with flats of some sort, whether that be sleek trainers, pointed-toe ballet flats, or pair of sharp loafers

The basics for formal wear are minimal and tasteful you only need a tie, pocket square, cufflinks, a dress belt (you dont wear a belt with a tuxedo but suspenders are an option), and dress socks that match your pants

This shirtdress is currently shown in denim fabrication with grey circles to represent sandblasting placement and distressing on front and back pockets