short linen dress Ivy Sleeve Midi in GREEN PRINT Bust 32 1/2 Women's Summer Linen White Tunic

It takes way less time to make it than it takes to run to the grocery store

to find the perfect gown

Following the social changes after the First World War and especially with the counterculture of the 1960s, white tie was increasingly replaced by black tie as default evening wear for more formal events

if they have clearly stated sustainability-forward practices/options (like consignment, renting, or upcycling), if they have an LGBTQIA-affirming statement clearly displayed, and if they carry plus sizes (some shops mentioned they can order plus sizes specially for customers, but I put check marks for shops who seem to carry plus sizes with no fuss)