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If you do not have buttermilk on hand, you can make a quick substitute by adding 1 scant teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar to a scant 1/4 cup milk of choice

A white silk pocket square with a contrasting black border, in a precise square fold, is a refined choice

2-Create wall art with it and other items (like in this example)

No matter your style, royal blue gowns give you permission to go all in on confidence, to celebrate every occasion (big or small), and to create moments worth remembering

The dress *has* to be the right length though in order for the look not to appear dowdy