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One that has a midi or high-low hemline is a good in-between

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I think it may be an acquired taste which I admit Im still working on

Depending on the event, it might also be possible to put a modern twist on the classic black tie dress code, with subtle touches such as a patterned bow tie or a colourful (yet still refined) pocket square