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The corset bodice covers the hips to help create a more dramatic hourglass silhouette

Complete with a thigh-skimming A-line skirt and a sweetheart neckline, its the perfect blend of elegance and allure

Because cocktail dresses are often more casual than formal, floor-length gowns, its even more important to pay careful attention to details

(If its a business event, you may want to ask around and see what the other women are going to wear to be sure you look appropriate.) I wore the outfit above to a black tie optional October wedding, and I opted for bare legs because I wanted to wear strappy sandals

Length of size US 2 / AU 6 shoulder to hem: 76cm / 29.9in