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Whether it's your first time attending a formal event or you're a seasoned pro, it's equally tricky landing on a gown that is equal parts dressy and trendy, but after all of the recent award show red carpets (the Met Gala, the Oscars, the BAFTAs to name a few), we've been taking notes from some of our favourite celebs on how to make occasionwear cool again

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Classic celebrations : Brides who love timeless style often choose elegant silhouettes where the open back adds just a hint of drama to an otherwise classic gown

In the 90s, we saw a revival of the hippie and bohemian style, with slip dresses, oversized flannel shirts and ripped jeans making a statement

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