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And can be supplemented with a wide belt or narrow strap, clutch, headdress of the same color

While floor-length gowns are often the go-to, playful details like ruffles, sequins, and halter necklines are fair game

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Theres more than one way to do posh parties well: Floor-Length The gold standard for black tie