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For me, it's an easy pairing that requires relatively little effort and thought and has just the right amount of old-school charm

You also get two smaller drawers up top that are shallow enough for undergarments or accessories

And if youre planning on pairing two pieces of clothing that dont belong in the same category, youll want to take into account the expertise of those who know better

Matching Shoes and Bag This outfit is more on the casual side of smart casual, but I still included it here because the base of the outfit has so many of the same smart casual elements: a nicer sweater (chenille is such a fun texture), medium wash jeans, and, of course, cognac brown ankle boots and the coordinating tote

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