zimmermann midi dresses Crush Buttoned Dress Ciara Floral adjustable straps ZIMMERMANN Metallic ribbed-knit midi dress

Machine wash, hang to dry

I settled on cream as the dairy here in my Olive Garden Mashed Potatoes copycat recipe after my attempts using milk and half-and-half resulted in thin and runny potatoes

The ribbed or smooth knit fabric hugs your curves in a flattering way without feeling restrictive during a multi-course dinner

If you dont have a shoe bag, a canvas tote bag will do (avoid Ziploc and other plastic bags, which do not breathe and can promote mold growth)

This was an award all the other recruits had to vote on

The dress features an illusion bodice, tastefully complemented with cap sleeves and a scalloped neckline