peplum midi dress Vivienne (Sale) shoulder bardot neckline and a sculpted peplum waist that cinches the silhouette beautifully Strapless Crystal Peplum Pleated Midi

One of the biggest projects for the wedding was Stephanies dress, which she knitted herself

Butter for the dish 4 cups coarsely crumbled saltine crackers 12 tablespoons butter, melted 3 pints shucked oysters, drained with the liquor reserved cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley cup cream 1 teaspoon kosher salt teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg Position a rack in the upper third of the oven

When the evening turns cooler, slip on a cropped cream cardigan that hits right at the natural waist to maintain the dresss flattering proportions

After all, when else will you get the chance to wear such a show-stopping accessory