black halter formal dress Beaded Gown with Sheer Detailing 40180 high side slit at the flaring maxi hem Elegant Halter Black Floor Length

The thing is, LBDs are made for party season, the time we find ourselves in now

To balance the acidity of this Italian Dressing, not to add sweetness

A public advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, the dress was the precursor to The Prime Rib of America speech she gave ten days later in Maine, lobbying against the United States militarys Dont Ask Dont Tell policy, an act that prohibited homosexual and bisexual service people from disclosing their sexual orientation

From bold prints to breezy layers and unexpected accessories, I packed a little bit of everything on this trip, and yes, comfort was still a priority (because sweating through sequins is not the vibe)