mother of the groom long dresses Aleta M006 Bride Formal Sequin Dress Designed with exquisite feather embellishments along the bodice and skirt Dusty Blue Draped Velvet Mother

Avocado Quinoa Salad with Chipotle Dressing Ingredients 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar (I prefer red wine vinegar but any vinegar will work) 6 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup maple syrup (or agave nectar/honey) 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Amounts as desired of the following: Butter lettuce Chopped kale Roasted quinoa (cook quinoa as directed, then spread it evenly on a baking sheet and place in oven under the broiler on high for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway through) Purple onion, sliced Cherry tomatoes, halved Mashed avocado Roasted corn Cilantro Lime juice Instructions Add all ingredients to a food processor

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A sleek bun and drop earrings are all you need

Keep a dark blazer or cardigan at your office for such occasions, and aim to dress more formally than usual that day if possible