casual dress flowery long Blue Midi Summer with Floral Print Blue Floral / Large Nina by Oh Pretty Pink Print Midi Ivory Casual

Short hair is incredibly chic and naturally shows off the neckline and back of any gown beautifully

If you prefer Hemming's take, your best bet is an outfit marked "cosplay" (which means costumed role-playing) as opposed to "costume." But the elements are the same for either: Shiny gold details on a blue skirt and red metallic bustier, red knee-high boots with a stripe down the center, a sharp-looking tiara and the Bracelets of Submission

Want to make more costuming bits yourself

Satin has a smooth, silky texture that just screams elegance and sophistication

Strategic Cutouts and Slits A solid-colored gown with a high neckline and long sleeves can look like a uniform for a state dinner