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Black tie, on the other hand, calls for your finest duds: a tuxedo, bowtie, vest or cummerbund, and black leather shoes

Markle's Netflix holiday special gown was the same one she wore in a 2022 photo shoot and allegedly pilfered the designer dress afterward

Light blue, sky, and powder blue create softer, more romantic looks for spring and summer events

This outfit is a standout choice for daytime ceremonies, classic church weddings, and any celebration with a formal or semi-formal dress code

Understanding what makes a gown built for competition different from a gown built for a formal occasion is the most important piece of knowledge a contestant can have before she starts shopping