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Don't be embarrassed, especially in this modern world of e-mails and text messages, to shoot the host with whom you are most familiar a short note saying how dressed up do you want people at the event? If you don't feel comfortable doing that, ask around among other attendees

It strikes a balance between office-ready and comfortable, not as stiff as a full suit, but still way more put-together than just jeans and a T-shirt

Keep this look clean and simple - minimal accessories, well-fitted shirt - and let the shoes provide the contrast

Avoid excess fabric pooling at the ankle

To really recreate a dress to impress make up look that turns heads, I believe it starts with a flawless base