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Ahead, scroll on to see five ways I'm styling my black wide-leg trousers for the season ahead

With its eye-catching emerald green hue and dramatic off-the-shoulder silhouette, this gown was practically made for romantic fall or winter nuptials

Remember, the key to a casual dress code is to feel comfortable while looking put together

Of course, the best ones will still see you welcomed through the door of any black tie function, but these days, you're just as likely to spot a pair of shiny, stealthy dress shoes anchoring a pair of blue jeans while you're strolling downtown

Decorate with colourful banners, sombreros, and cacti for an authentic fiesta vibe