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Avoid This: Tuxedo Shirt A traditional tuxedo shirt, with features like a wing collar, pleats, or bib front, should not be worn as part of the Black-Tie Optional dress code unless worn with a full tuxedo

Choose a crepe or satin column silhouette that skims the body without clinging, then add delicate strappy heeled sandals in a metallic finish to lighten the look

But donning proper wedding attire that suits the celebration's formality level is part and parcel of being a good guest (just as much as RSVPing on time is)

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Plus, this elegant hue looks great in rich, seasonal fabrics like velvet and satin