Watch for these: A jacket thats too tight in the chest or too loose in the shoulders A visible undershirt under an unbuttoned collar Sleeves and pants that dont hit the right length Mixing formality levels (a tuxedo jacket with non-formal shoes is the classic) Too many accessories competing at once Unpolished shoes A novelty bow tie at a serious event Most of these are five-minute fixes youd rather make at home than in a mirror at the venue
Best with: Midi and tea-length black dresses Office wear when you need all-day comfort Spring and summer professional events Why they work: The open back feels lighter and more seasonal than closed pumps while maintaining professional polish
With inspiration being the operative word
From simple and atmospheric black tie black dresses, to romantic and elegant silk styles, to dazzling sequin designs, designed for various formal occasions, each one is very design and textured
Daisy Street Platform Ankle Boots, $68, ASOS 2
And as blue is my favorite color, you can imagine that I am always looking to incorporate it into my outfits, as you can clearly see from the photos presented
