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Floor-length gowns would be inappropriate, but knee length dresses or a skirt and top paired with heels (guests should be aware that sharp heels are discouraged when walking through grass), wedges, or formal flats would be a great choice

I bought these last year and was afraid I wouldnt get much wear out of them, but boy I was wrong

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While the traditional dress code for a black-tie event leans toward long, formal gowns, it is possible to wear a short dress to a black-tie occasionthough it requires a bit of careful styling

Cute Crop Ines by Ines Di Santo Lapis mini-dress, $2,690 at The Wedding Shoppe

V-neck, sweetheart, and Bardot necklines are particularly flattering