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To paraphrase the late, great, Glenn OBrien, You can always tell people you have somewhere to go afterwards. We discuss some of the most common occasions that call for cocktail attire including weddings, anniversaries, formal sporting events and other occasions

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For a complete side-by-side of the two dress codes when each one applies, what each expects piece by piece Sartoro covers the full comparison in a tailor's view of cocktail attire and semi-formal

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