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Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. A black-tie dress code is pretty self-explanatory, but cocktail attire?

What exactly is cocktail attire? Ask ten people what it means, and you'll get ten different answers. Some might say it's a smart-casual affair with an expectation for well-structured suits and ...

Navigating a cocktail dress code can be challenging. You need to rise to the occasion without going over the top, aiming for elegance without being too formal. Whether attending a Christmas party, a ...

Let's cut to the chase: dress codes are hard to follow. After all, there are SO. MANY. of them. From white and black tie to whatever smart-casual actually means, it's kinda impossible to get to grips ...

Wedding season is in full swing, and it truly seems busier with each passing year. Once you officially send out your RSVPs, it's time to tackle the biggest challenge: figuring out what to wear to a ...

Throughout my life, I've accumulated several articles of clothing by Lilly Pulitzer, the fashion designer who died Sunday at 81: a pair of navy corduroys, a white cardigan, a green sleeveless top, a ...