Melanie Wambold (Patrick McMullan)

Melanie Wambold looked striking in an over-the-top black gown, leavened for the warm weather with playful white polka dots. At an event where her fellow guests dressed in conservative jewel tones, Ms. Wambold’s youthfully-preppy-yet-elegant look stole the show.

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