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Choosing a dress with nice embellishments, including lace, or patterned details, can be the perfect way to remain semi-formal while also expressing your individual style

But if you're still not sure what to wear, or you're looking to understand this dress code better, read below for our full take on why cocktail dress codes are misunderstood and why we don't necessarily recommend calling your dress code "cocktail attire" on your wedding invitation, unless you want guests to dress in a very specific way

Kirstin Mitchell, professor of social sciences and public health at Glasgow University, who worked on the study, said its findings gave an indication of the general culture behind serious incidents of violence against women and girls

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A more relaxed fit can work for casual weddings just make sure the pants arent too baggy to maintain a crisp appearance