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While there are plenty of articles online about the Smart Casual dress code, many of them make it overly complicated

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Style 1: Short puffy sleeves with bow tie Lace applique on sleeves, bodice and waist Lace-up back Court train Style 2: Illusion deep V and cap sleeves Beaded lace Chapel train Lace-up back Style 3 Illusion deep V and cap sleeves One shoulder floral lace detail Lace applique on sleeves, bodice and waist Lace-up back Style 4: Flutter sleeves Floral lace throughout and underneath the tulle skirt Lace-up back You can wear a petticoat for extra oomph

It all seemed to be in a good-enough range, and I could adjust if needed down the road

The structured bodice, square basque and off-the-shoulder neckline exude refined sensuality, flowing into a figure-hugging skirt that flares gently into a soft, sweeping train

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