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Lulus Polly Mini Dress - Black Sparkle The Polly Mini Dress is perfect for a night out with sparkle stretch mesh fabric and ruched details for added texture

Made of a thick and stretchy crepe scuba fabric, it's surprisingly comfortable for a form-fitting dress

Dresses for an evening wedding could be more formal, but if you're unsure, ask the bride and groom