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If your dress is more of a classic style, consider livening things up with a more artistic or modern piece of jewelry

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The tenon secures the joint and holds it tightly together, which gives the joint its superior strength and flexibility

If you don't know the couple -- perhaps you are a date of a friend -- then you might call the venue or check their Instagram of other weddings to see what type of dress is appropriate

If you are opting for multiple shades, consider keeping them all in the same color family and possibly limiting other dress variables like fabric choice and length