Do silver shoes go with black hose & a black skirt?

Do silver shoes go with black hose & a black skirt? It’s for a formal event. Silver and black look fabulous and festive together. You can definitely wear silver shoes with black hose and a black skirt to a formal event. Silver shoes are neutral and go with most colors to add glam to your…

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What can I wear to a formal banquet?

A formal banquet is an occasion to dress up. Years ago a formal event called for a floor length dress. Today women are more casual so a floor length dress or skirt, dressy pants and a top, or a dressy, knee-length, cocktail dress are all acceptable. A cocktail dress is a little more “modern” and…

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How can I accessorize a gray gown for a formal event?

With a simple style gray gown you can consider a piece of statement jewelry to add some elegance to your outfit. Silver or pewter pumps would allow you to wear glitzy, sparkly jewelry (rhinestone, diamonds or combinations of rhinestone or diamond jewelry with pearls). A piece of statement jewelry will draw attention to your face…

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What can I wear to a dinner / ceremony in NYC?

For a semi formal or black tie dinner / ceremony event, in NYC, a cocktail dress will be appropriate. If it is a formal event a long dress can be worn. (Some folks will be in cocktail attire.) When in doubt a “Little Black Dress” (LBD) will always look chic. With a simple style dress…

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