velvet cocktail dress Jessica Angel 2344 Short Ruffle Chic and flirty Velvet Foliage Cocktail Dress |

The modern bride may believe that less is more and wants to let their gowns simplicity speak for itself

You can keep part of it buttoned and wear it over leggings as a tunic

From the scarlet red and liquorice hues spotted on the McQueen and Herms runways (yes, you can wear black to a wedding), to the velvet, tulle, sequin and satin fabrics that come hand-in-hand with the season, I've found an array of Instagram-worthy frocks that'll stand out both on your feed and IRL

2.3 After stitching, fold the lining and outer fabric to the front

This stunning vintage dress from the 1960s features a black sequin and metallic silver squiggle sleeved top with a scoop neckline and back