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Navy can go both ways

Batwing sleeve dresses are ideal for occasions where comfort and statement style are both priorities

The collection, titled Hobo, was inspired both by the displaced people the designer saw while jogging and by the Tramp Ball trend from the 1920s and 30s whereby the wealthy dressed as the homeless for glamorous soirees

Crafted from stretch fabric, it combines style and comfort

The principle of dressing in a way that is modern and festive while remaining appropriate is explored in this guide on the contemporary dress code, which speaks directly to the polished, wearable elegance an office party calls for