Lace details add a dressy touch, while the maxidress silhouette helps to keep the overall feel formal
Ch2, 1dc in same st (at base of ch2), 1dc in next 15 sts, V-st in next ch1 sp, 1dc in next 28 sts, V-st in next ch1 sp, 1dc in next 34 sts, V-st in next ch1 sp, 1dc in next 28 sts, V-st in next ch1 sp, 1dc in next 16 sts, TURN [130 dc, 4x ch1 sps]
For Him: Wear a tuxedo with all the frills (vest/cummerbund, cufflinks, etc.) For Black Tie Optional, you may also opt to wear a black suit with white shirt and conservative tie
This attention to fabric is something Lucas Bennett highlights in his analysis of apparel, noting how material quality directly impacts a garment's drape and longevity
In 1918 in London, just after Armistice Day, Fleur Richards learns that she has been widowed
Finish Apply paint or stain as desired, then add drawer pulls/knobs