Here, we've started the process for you, pegging 35 sweet cocktail dresses for a wedding by categoryand six favorite places to shop for them

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Each detail, from the drape of the fabric to the cut of the neckline, matters when searching for a dress that will be worn for hours of celebration, conversation, and dancing
However, this depends on the gowns construction, seam allowance, and overall design