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Avoid ones with any beginnings of mold, any strawberries that are soft

Available in three colors, the dresses are 100% silk and handmade in New York

Rather than completely boxing up my summer clothing, I like to find ways to transition some of my favorite pieces from season to season

I paired this with the same heels in look #1, but if you are taller, I'm 5'5" you could wear with flat sandals like these Tory Burch's or wedges to dress it down a bit

Let's not be so focused on perfection that we end up paralyzed indecision and guilt

The strapless corset bodice, complete with internal boning and open lace up back, gives a cinched fit