flower long sleeve dress LASCANA Women's Floral Maxi This dress boasts intricate floral embroidery Long Sleeve Evening Gown with

A note for brides: The dress code should be listed in small print at the bottom of your invitation, or if you have a separate card inviting guests to the reception, denote it there

Choose a style with long sleeves or three-quarter sleeves and a simple crew or bateau neckline for full coverage

The A-line silhouette and black shade make it an instant classic, but the thigh-high slit, boned bodice and side pockets (Yes, pockets!) make it such a showstopper

These came directly from the designers vintage backstock and have been untouched for the last 30 years

I found a similar sense of ingenuity and play in the work of Rashmi Varma, whose studio is deep in the warren-like neighborhood of Shahpur Jat