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In some instances, particularly for outdoor and more rustic weddings, this is a fine choice

Similarly, high-profile galas, charity events, or celebrity-adjacent occasions typically skew toward stricter interpretations, where a tuxedo is the safest bet

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There is no doubt that Vogue did dictate fashion trends at the time, even more so than it does today, but there are a number of other historical reasons why Chanels little black dress became a global sensation at the time, and in the years since has come to represent a shift in societal attitudes towards fashion

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