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You should not, however, wear a black bow tie for a Black-Tie Optional event, as the black bow tie is a centerpiece of the Black Tie dress code

Because the dress is neutral, shoes have unusual freedom

The Northeast (New York, Boston, Newport) Style in the Northeast tends to lean toward sleek, polished, and slightly conservative minimalism

So not only will you be able to shop for your day-of dress, but also all your other bridesmaid events you may be attending like wedding showers, bachelorettes, and rehearsal dinners

In my mind I wanted everything to be made by me for this wedding except for the male clothing this would have been a step too far