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The latter are all too often made from a smart but boring worsted wool, and unless you shell out for something made-to-measure or designer, the fit will be lacklustre

Of course, you'll need to right footwear to pair with your new dresses

Tip: to shorten the length, use a pair of scissors (Norma's favorite is the Tru Red Stainless Steel scissors) to cut off the excessive length

Essential Accessories: Bow Tie, Cummerbund, and Cufflinks At a black tie event, a bow tie is essential

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These types of sleeves were rising in popularity at the time and are seen quite often in the late 1880s leading into the 1890s