1 state dress 1. S T A T E (@1state) • Instagram photos and videos 51 lengthPolyesterMachine wash/line dryImported 1.STATE Women's Tiered Floral-Print Flutter-Sleeve

This mermaid cheongsam is a stunning blend of classic and modern elements

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She is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10KSB program and the Chicago Fashion Incubator and has written about wedding fashion for Jezebel, Catalyst, the Sun Times, and XO Jane.EXPERT ADVICEAnswer from Kpoene Kofi-Bruce: I usually cut 2 or 3 layersan underlining, which I use as a backing for the top layer of fabric, and then one or two layers of lining

The back of her dress proved to be just as statement-making as the front thanks to corset-style lacing that stretched along the piece

The high neckline and delicate gathered mesh wrap keep things polished, while the open back and sweeping fabric detail over the arms add just the right amount of drama