A truly breathtaking Alexander McQueen black wool crepe and sheer lace illusion high-low layered gown dating back to his highly coveted pre-fall lifetime collection
For an office-ready option, Edmiston says, A lace dress is the perfect choice as a smart casual option as it inherently has a smart feel to it because of the intricacy of the fabric
Know Whether To Go Sharp Or Soft With Styling Though somewhat intermediate, this style tip is essential to classic style fashion due to the prevalence of tailored looks
A soft neutral like cream, taupe, or dusty rose keeps the look modern and versatile
Here are the key styles to consider: Oxford Shoes The Oxford shoe style, with its closed lacing system, is the most formal option of all, and it works best paired with: Slim fit dark wash jeans Raw denim in a straight-leg cut Notable choices: Crockett & Jones Connaught in dark brown calf John Lobb City II in black calf Derby Shoes The Derby, with its open lacing, offers a slightly more relaxed option such as: Straight-leg jeans in medium to dark washes Tapered jeans in raw denim Notable choices: Trickers Bourton in acorn antique calf Edward Green Dover in dark oak antique calf Monk Strap Shoes Monk straps provide a stylish middle ground between Oxfords and Derbies and are best complemented by: Slim-fit jeans in dark washes Straight-leg raw denim Notable choices: Gaziano & Girling Harrogate in vintage cherry calf George Cleverley Thomas in dark brown suede By carefully selecting your jeans and dress shoes from these options, youll create a foundation for a sophisticated yet relaxed ensemble
