Confusing formal with semi formal or cocktail: hemlines get too short, fabrics too casual and accessories too playful Ignoring shoes: wearing sneakers, worn out loafers or casual sandals with an otherwise formal outfit Overdoing color and pattern: choosing very bright suits or dresses that overpower the tone of the event Skipping grooming: wrinkled clothes, visible lint, chipped nail polish or unpolished shoes Underestimating the dress code: arriving in something clearly more casual than most guests, which tends to feel disrespectful to the host A simple habit helps: once the outfit is on, step back and look at it as a whole
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If you tend to steer clear of prints altogether, introducing a smooth gradient of colour into your look is a simple way to try out the look
Put on the sheet on, and pinch the areas in front of your eyes, and secure them with hair ties
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