j jill maxi dress J. Paisley Surplice V-Neck Sleeveless Floral Orange 4X only nonchlorine bleach if needed Jjill J.jill Linen A-line Maxi

This dress also came vacuum-packed into a cheery little teddy bear bag: My first impression of the dress was that it's very, um, tall

I really wanted a satin dress style, and emailed them asking if they were planning to come out with a satin collection

Fall and winter: Bridesmaid dresses with long sleeves or effortlessly chic 3/4 sleeves made from more structured fabrics like velvet or crpe are ideal for a stellar look in colder climes

These are my go-to summer sandals

The off-shoulder wrap neckline and fluted sleeves bring soft drama, while the dipped waist and corsetry-inspired detailing create a cinched, structured fit