#4 Color Once you know what the level of formality and venue of the garden or cocktail party it comes down to color, style, and body shape
Sheer mesh from the waist to thigh and high leg split
Grab a drink (ros anyone?) that matches the hand-dyed gradient tones of this stunning slip
Make waves wherever you go in the Catch of the Day Royal Blue Multi Cotton Tiered Maxi Dress
Best Overall: XSCAPE Petite Off The Shoulder Sleeveless Dress, $259 Best Casual Dress: Ann Taylor Petite V-Neck Ruffle Maxi Dress, $150 Best Semi-Formal Dress: Boden Lucille Tulle Midi Dress, $199 Best Cocktail Dress: White House Black Market Petite Strapless Lace Midi Dress, $300 Best Formal Dress: Adrianna Papell Beaded Blouson Gown, $179 Best Mini Dress: Karen Kane Petite Size V-Neck Scallop Lace Dress, $138 Best Midi Dress: Hutch Off-The-Shoulder Twofer Midi Dress, $268 Best Maxi Dress: XSCAPE V-Neck Side Ruched Gown, $249 Best Budget Dress: Old Navy Side-Drape Jersey Jaquard Midi Dress, $50 Best Splurge: Karen Millen Petite Stretch Sweetheart Neckline Midi Dress, $479 Where to Buy Petite Wedding Guest Dresses for Over 50 Women Not every brand or retailer offers petite sizing, but there are definitely options out there
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