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Heres what to wear to cocktail, black tie optional, and black tie weddings.

What gave me pause, however, was the fact that I have always loved to write, too.

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At just $105, the price is absolutely worth noting, too.

Choose from charcoal, magenta, or rust in sizes S to XL.

Its sleeveless, so you might want to add a wrap in case temperatures dip in the evening.

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So, if youre into both details, pick upthis Sam Edelman style.

Shop it in black or green in sizes 0 to 14.

If youre hoping to look fancier, go with the black!

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Choose from 13 colors in sizes XXS to XXL.

Maggy London Illusion Yoke Crepe Cocktail Dress

This cocktail dressscreams classic elegance to me.

Though it works for a black tie optional wedding, I would place this squarely in the cocktail column.

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The flutter cap sleeves deserve a nod, too!

The sleeves actually look like a mini cape to me, which adds even more style.

Its available in sizes 0 to 16.

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Because its so elegant, this is perfect for a black tie optional wedding.

Andthis high-low dressworks for either bang out of event.

This is only available in navy, which totally works for formal weddings, in sizes 2 to 18.

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In fact, this dress gets personal because my friends mom just wore it to her sons wedding.

Plus, you could choose from five colors in sizes 0 to 18.

Wear this to a black tie optional or cocktail wedding.

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Another perk is you’re able to choose from eight colors in sizes XXS to XXL.

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