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A lthough, historically, people have interpreted black tie to mean a floor-length evening gown, the pavement-grazing nature of your dress is not a pre-requisite for the dress code

These are our top 3 favorite places to buy black tie optional wedding attire that nail this dress code: Anthropologie: With an entire collection of black tie gowns, Anthropologie is a staple for gorgeous and appropriate wedding attire that stands out

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Nude Shoes get the look: For a chic and more formal look that works for a summer or fall wedding, pair a black dress with nude heels

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