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Theres something magical about pulling out your favourite cosy layers, rediscovering boots you havent worn in months, and finding new ways to make your summer dresses work for chillier weather

Skip the sundress as its too laid-back for this dress code, and save the beaded mini-dress for the club

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Not to mention, blue is one of the best suit colors for a beach wedding

Embrace your vibe

I posted this photo on Instagram Sunday night (my actual birthday) once I returned from my phone and laptop free weekend away (more on that coming soon), and while I made a nod to my 30th birthday, I need to tell the story about this dress, because I keep getting asked questions about it, and it almost didnt happen