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4 Lilliana Dress If a more elegant evening look is Moms preference, shell love this figure-flattering maxi dress by Adrianna Papell in textured crepe with muted florals and a soft metallic sheen

The subtle reverse arc high-low hem adds unique twist, while the paisley border print infuses timeless charm

Kitchen Tongs makes it easy to handle the chicken when searing and even easier to flip individual mushroom slices as they cook

How far you want to push the limits of the cocktail dress code (or any dress code, for that matter) is really up to you

When doing double denim, break up the colour with a contrasting tee, or button it from the collar to get a monochromatic moment