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In misses and some plus sizes, this long sleeve long beaded formal dress is a head-to-toe stunner for your big event

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Add a blazer for a polished office look, then swap for statement jewellery to take your outfit into the evening

The bodice has a satin sweetheart neckline that is covered by sheer French lace to create a scoop neckline with short sleeves

You can pick something more sophisticated for a fancier event, like a pearl necklace or diamond earrings