midnight purple dress Purpler Tulle Lace Short Prom Dress, Evening US 6 / Purple line skirt that falls to a maxi hem Purple Satin Plisse Strapless Maxi

A long pendant necklace with a raw stone or shell pendant adds earthy texture, while tortoiseshell round sunglasses complete the look

Ill be bringing this same perspective to this new column for Bazaar , Laurels List, where my aim is to closely examine the key style pieces your wardrobe should include and hopefully help you find a handful of ideal versions

If you truly intend to stand out, consider a hued dinner jacket, tuxedo shirt, and formal trousers

A blazer, unlike a suit or sports jacket, does not typically have a pattern to it

So if you know that you may need a little extra room in the tummy or hip area, you may consider sizing up like I did with this dress