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Can you wear velvet in May?

Can one wear velvet in May for an evening 50th wedding anniversary party?


The Answer: Can you wear velvet in May?

Can I wear striped pants with a tweed jacket?

Can I wear striped pants with a tweed jacket?

The Answer: Can I wear striped pants with a tweed jacket?

Can I wear a tweed jacket in May and June?

I am currently suit shopping. I'm not a big suit wearer - so it's a stretch for me. Can I wear a tweed jacket in May and June? The material seems pretty heavy but the colors are very spring-ish. I'm thinking along the lines of the Talbots "Romance Tweed Jacket." Thank you!

The Answer: Can I wear a tweed jacket in May and June?

Can I wear black velvet in February or is it just for the holidays?

Can I wear black velvet in February or is it just for the holidays?

The Answer: Can I wear black velvet in February or is it just for the holidays?

Can I pair up a leopard print skirt with a denim jacket?

I just bought a denim jacket, can I pair it up with a leopard print skirt?

The Answer: Can I pair up a leopard print skirt with a denim jacket?

Can I wear different shades of black together?

I am going to a formal wedding on New Year's Eve. I want to wear a long velvet skirt and a chiffon blouse. The top is a matte black (a lined bodice and sheer sleeves) and the skirt, being velvet, is a deep black. My question is can I wear different shades of black together?

The Answer: Can I wear different shades of black together?

.is it OK to wear black tights with a short black sequined dress or is it better to not wear any?

I bought a short black sequined dress for new year's eve at a nightclub...is it OK to wear black tights with it, or is it better to not wear any?

The Answer: .is it OK to wear black tights with a short black sequined dress or is it better to not wear any?

What kind of top should I wear with a sequined mini skirt for New Years Eve?

I want to wear a sequined mini skirt for New Years Eve, is it OK to wear a lace top with it?

The Answer: What kind of top should I wear with a sequined mini skirt for New Years Eve?

Can I combine a silk top with white linen pants?

Can I combine a silk top with white linen pants?

The Answer: Can I combine a silk top with white linen pants?

Are denim jackets still okay to wear?

Are denim jackets still okay to wear? I still have one from last year. Should I get rid of it?

The Answer: Are denim jackets still okay to wear?

Can you wear python accessories all year long?

Can you wear python accessories all year long?

The Answer: Can you wear python accessories all year long?

Are leather pants still in style?

Are leather pants still in style?

The Answer: Are leather pants still in style?

Are denim jeans appropriate to wear to the Symphony, Ballet or Opera?

Are denim jeans appropriate to wear to the Symphony, Ballet or Opera?

The Answer: Are denim jeans appropriate to wear to the Symphony, Ballet or Opera?
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This Skirt is
Too Short!
Not in good Taste.

Too much cleavage,
looks cheap!