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The silhouette begins with the magical allure of exposed shoulders, which curve down to a delicate, sheer ruffle sleeve that ends above the elbow and promises to be a cool contender for even the warmest summertime wedding

When it comes to suiting, black tie optional usually means the couple would prefer a tux

Bonus: We're also sharing some of our favorite outfit examples for both men and women that you can buy for your upcoming black-tie-optional event

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