sparkly a line dress Zapaka Women Short Homecoming Floral A-line Square Neck Sequins Cocktail Dress with Lace Up Back, Pink / US26W The three adjustable shoulder straps on the back are connected A Line Long Sleeve Sequin

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Emily Forrest is the director of communications for Zola

As we previously reported, the journalist tells Vogue the dress she chose to get swept off her feet in was on the more conservative side and is the first formal dress she's worn that covers her chest

12 This turquoise and red dress was made by Tracy Feith, which Carrie wears with a red apple necklace from Bellini, a sequin fruit clutch from Ingie Christopher and white Manolo heels

The long, flowing robes, rich fabrics, and floor-sweeping silhouettes worn in the royal courts provided the clear inspiration for the Anarkalis regal form

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