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The 'cocktail' dress code originated in the 1920s, when women began enjoying more freedoms, and a dress code became necessary for the many soirées on the Roaring Twenties' agenda.

Wedding season is in full swing, and it always seems busier with each passing year. When you’re locked in and officially send ...

When in doubt, Gaffey recommends going “more pared-back but polished” with sleek, sophisticated pieces. She also suggests ...

Cocktail dress code isn’t one of the traditional old school dress codes, like black tie, morning dress (which is the official Ascot dress code) or smart casual but it is one of the most fun and the ...

Wedding season is every season, and that means understanding the rules of cocktail attire is critical all throughout the year – especially when there is a strict dress code.It’s a familiar scenario: ...

Navigating a cocktail dress code can be challenging. You need to rise to the occasion without going over the top, aiming for elegance without being too formal. Whether attending a Christmas party, a ...

The 'cocktail' dress code originated in the 1920s, when women began enjoying more freedoms, and a dress code became necessary for the many soirées on the Roaring Twenties' agenda.

A bridesmaid was instructed to wear cocktail attire to a couple's rehearsal dinner — but was then given pizza outside, where ...