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30 September 2009

Wearing a pair of sneakers doesnt change the way a dress looks unless youre looking for height leverage, says fashion stylist Sandra Okerulu

I recommend cutting the material while you wear the bra to ensure its the right shape

To help you narrow down your options, below are some bridal shopping tips and silhouette guidelines to help you say yes to the dress

While this attire is still appropriate (and even encouraged) for a black tie optional wedding, its not the only option

Mixing things up with a slightly (though intentionally) mismatched jacket and trousers is a way to maintain clean line and sense of cohesion you get from a suit, while knocking some of the formality out of it