black maxi dress with white stripes Striped In 1XL Styling Tip Skater Maxi Dress Black White

I always make my costumes, and swear against using any off-the-store-shelf costumes

The back and keyhole cutout made it a teensy bit sexy, but still appropriate for graduation

For semi-formal galas you can wear a charming cocktail dress

Always paint in one direction to avoid streaks Use a high-quality brush designed for smooth finishes Apply thin coats instead of one heavy coat Lightly sand between coats for the smoothest finish Seal with a clear protective topcoat Metallic paint can sometimes show brush strokes more easily than matte paint, so slow and consistent brushwork will create the most even finish

Plus, there are so many fun ways to dress it up or down