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The one variation that applies to black tie parties specifically is that the energy of a party allows slightly more personal expression than a more ceremonially observed black tie occasion like an award dinner or a charity gala

This girl's dress features a beautiful vintage-inspired print in bold fall colors, a sweet seam detail on the front, and elastic at the wrists for a cute sleeve detail

This will look smart without being overly dressy, and should do you fine for almost any restaurants

Wear it over a plain white tee, with a pair of blue jeans, and brown boots, for a dashing addition to your partywear collection

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