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Some may choose to wear black thick leggings instead of tights under a dress, or jeans instead of trousers, and that is a decision only you can make

For armholes, you will need longer bias strips Understitch and Hand stitch the binding as discussed earlier so that only a teeny weeny stitch shows in the front Step 8 Sew the side seams together You will now have the a-line dress almost ready with just the hem to finish

Instead, opt for a black turtleneck under a black tailored jacket for a look thats equal parts refined, fashion-forward, and effortlessly comfortable

Unless it blends in with your skin tone, brown shoes match more loose-fitting, casual dresses

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