blue halter dress Miss Circle Gillian A-Line Midi - Mist or formal events Royal Blue Halter Neck Mermaid

Advertisement People plan their outfits for the Derby much like a wedding, says Jenny Pfanenstiel of Form Millinery

This dress code has very little room for personalization , and the rules are clear: Formal wear: Tuxedos, dinner jackets, or tailcoats for men, typically paired with a white shirt, black bow ties, patent leather shoes and more regimented accessories including cummerbunds or waistcoats

So, I just styled the dress with my favorite knee-high boots and a matching crossbody bag

Cut from lightweight scuba fabric, this dress shapes up beautifully with just the right mix of softness and structure

New York: Harper Collins