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White Shoes White is another great neutral color to pair with beige dresses, especially for casual occasions or garden parties

Silhouette: A-line | Fabric: Floral Applique Lace | Length: High Low Size range: 0-30

An all-black outfit is better suited for night nuptials, while a wedding (or special event) during the day would call for pops of color

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The sweet spot for semi-formal lies in hemlines that hit around the knee, tea-length, or midi

We talked to Elaine Swann, lifestyle and etiquette expert and founder of The Swann School of Protocol, to help break it all down so you can nail your next wedding guest look with confidence