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If youve been thinking about throwing a black tie affairone that will make all of your guests feel like they are attending something straight out of their favorite old Hollywood moviethen this blog post is just what you need

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You can also play slightly more with texture and colour in warmer months ivory jackets, lighter fabrics but the base rules still apply

Once you have the basics covered, follow our event-specific tips below to step up your game