This gorgeous shade harmonizes beautifully with pink and purple-toned reds while enhancing your complexion
Costume Care: Making Your Investment Last Between Competitions Air it out immediately after wearing (don't stuff sweaty dress in a bag) Spot clean any makeup or sweat stains Hang properly on a padded hanger Store in breathable garment bag (not plastic) Keep away from direct sunlight (prevents fading) Long-Term Care Professional cleaning once or twice a season (find a cleaner experienced with competition wear) Rhinestone checks before each competition (reattach any loose stones) Seam inspections to catch small tears before they become big problems Proper storage in a cool, dry place Travel Care Invest in a good garment bag Pack with tissue paper to maintain shape Hang immediately upon arrival Steam (never iron directly) to remove wrinkles Bring a small repair kit (needle, thread, safety pins, fabric tape) Building Your Competition Wardrobe Over Time You don't need five different dresses for your first competition
There are a lot of options for size 22/24 and under, so I wanted to focus on the slightly harder-to-find sizes
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