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Designed with a collared neckline and long sleeves, this dress balances structure with a laid-back edge, while the cinched waist flatters your silhouette

The beautiful craftsmanship is evident in every detail, and just like all Great Pretenders the dress is machine washable

Recommended Retailers: BHLDN, Bloomingdales, Davids Bridal, Jenny Yoo, Lord & Taylor, Lulus, Nordstrom, Revolve, Shopbop, TJMaxx Left to Right: Jenny Yoo, Adrianna Papell, Monique Lhuillier, Oleg Cassini, Monique Lhuillier, Vera Wang, Jenny Yoo, White by Vera Wang Although the process was tedious, it brought me so much joy to see how beautiful my bridesmaids looked altogether

While some of the designs on this list are more complex than others, most of the patterns are within reach for confident beginners

If your aesthetic is feminine, a little vintage, and unapologetically romantic, this is the brand to lose an afternoon in

The look was deceivingly simple, letting a womans personality speak for itself without needing a garment to do it for her