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Ball gowns are perfect for black-tie events, galas, or any occasion where you want to make a grand entrance

"The most important idea to take away from the cocktail dress code is that your goal is to create an elegant look wearing a knee-length, tea-length, or midi dress," social etiquette advisor Maria Lucrecia Arguello tells Brides

For men, a classic side-part or neatly combed back hairstyle suits the look, often kept short on the sides and a bit longer on top to maintain structure

This is a staple casual look, but also one that can easily be dressed up

Plus, this is a hat you wont feel like you have to treat with particular care, a bonus as it will likely endure canal-zone-level sweat and sun this summer