Choosing the Fabric For fabric, a structured fabric like crepe, satin, or mikado holds the mermaids sculpted shape and reads as formal and elegant, suiting a dressier wedding, while a beaded or embellished mermaid reads as more formal still
Lightweight fabrics like cotton, linen, or airy gauze keep you cool and comfortable, while intricate detailssuch as delicate eyelet, crochet, or lace trimsadd a touch of sophistication that feels just as appropriate at a resort as it does at a backyard gathering
If you take off too much length, the pockets and bottom button will be dangerously close to the bottom, which will look even worse than having buttons that are too close to the sleeve edge
The difference is most apparent when you put both on polyester satin registers as synthetic within seconds