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Queen Victoria herself popularized the white wedding dress when she married Prince Albert in 1840, making white the standard color for bridal gowns as a symbol of purity and elegance

Ever since launching the label in 2012 in Los Angeles, the companys founders Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede have focused on creating an array of versatile pieces for modern wardrobes, all with careful attention paid to fit and fabric

Final Fitting: After making all adjustments, have the plus-size model try on the final garment to ensure the fit is comfortable and flattering

Bonus points if you can get your cute dog to dress as Scooby

(That, and that traffic-stopping side cape.) Pair it all with a bright, festive tree-like hue