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Opt for statement earrings or a bold necklace that can elevate a simple dress without overwhelming it

Wearing a necktie with a tux can look awkward and unbalanced at strict black tie events, so if you must wear a tie, choose a black silk necktie that will harmonize with the formality of your tux

Or an open-backed, long, satin, fitted v-neck mother-of-the-bride dress from Faviana

With trendy cut-outs and fluttery details, this one was MADE for summer

Because the dress code was invented as a guide for men (we know, we know , its 2025) women tend to echo the sombre tones of their outfits and wear black or dark dresses, but, again, theres no expectation to wear black unless you want to