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Since these tops tend to have more volume, I find it's best to wear it in a neutral color for photoshoot

For 2026, knit ties are having a real moment for cocktail and creative black tie

Swap out your choices depending on the weather, opting for boots in the winter and lighter materials in the summer

We could not eat the cake because the metal sparklers had left a gritty, black soot on the frosting and the cake itself tasted like the sparklers smelled

This snakeskin pair adds texture and a pop of color into the outfit, but even a simple black leather or suede pair would feel equally dressy for formal occasions