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When wearing pants, pick dressier heels or flats A well-tailored blazer and straight leg pants are the perfect choice if you want to still fit the bill for cocktail attire

Opt for Longer Hems In general, longer dresses are more fitting for winter affairs, particularly in colder weather regions

Adding a tie to the look will likely take it out of smart-casual and into a full formal look, unless youre very careful

Why this focus

Why choose teal or aqua: Eye-catching without being too bright Perfect for beading, sequins, and movement Ideal for confident, fun-loving prom queens These shades are especially stunning in mermaid silhouettes and gowns with intricate beadwork