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Cocktail attire doesnt mean black-tie, which means you should leave your tuxedo at home and grab your suit instead

But if you want a safe starting point, navy, champagne, dusty blue, sage green, and jewel tones like burgundy or emerald are all gorgeous choices that work across seasons and settings

Try dotted or floral dresses to take your look to another level

Dress should not lift drastically when walking

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How to get the look How to get the look How to Pull It Off: Outfit: Use a black dress as the base, but you can also go for a black robe for added effect