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While other dress codes allow some variance in dress length, black-tie events are not the time to wear your even your fanciest mini, midi, or tea-length dresses

Trends oscillate at such volatile frequency (see the wonders our friend Jonathan Anderson has done with Dior), I thought it best to set an innocuous baseline for myself that can be expanded upon and accessorised depending on the occasion

Alternatively, black suit pants can be paired with black boots for a sleek and polished look that is perfect for the office or formal occasions

The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in a luxe scroll pattern