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Shoes should be darker than the suit

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The mega-retailer quietly stocks a lineup of flattering, trend-aware dresses that work for everything from weekday plans to last-minute events, and yes, plenty of them land under the $50 mark

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This isn't merely about dressing for the occasion

After extensive research, I've boiled it down to five key dress styles that are broad enough to suit all body types, personal aesthetics and summer plans