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Anything in unlikely shades think icy blue (see Emili Sindlev, below), cinnamon or zesty green are going to be key this year, so try these out instead of more classic shades

Whether cut with a square neckline and spaghetti straps or trimmed with lace, the slip dress is a classic piece we're still wearing (quite unironically, I might add) today

It looks fantastic with sandals, with heels or with boots

Tailored jumpsuits and chic pantsuits are both appropriate at the cocktail attire level as long as they are made from elevated fabrics and read as dressy rather than business casual