black dress and blazer Pencil Double Breasted Midi with Sleeves formal dinners Miss Circle Women Madeline Black

A lot of my girlfriends were like, Oh my gosh, thank you so much, you just made my life so much easier, says Emilie

Both are equally-yoked displays of fervor, sass, and aesthetic excellence

The dress features an abstract pattern, a plunging halter neckline with draping at the bust, a mini bar accent at the center of the bust, a bold open-back design, and halter neck ties for a secure fit

The recipe Ive shared here features celery, onions, green bell pepper, garlic, and fresh sage cooked down in butter and olive oil, and then mixed with crumbled cornbread and chicken stock

This convention stems from the dress code's origins as evening wear