lace dress midi Fleur de Lis complement with a fascinator and clutch bag for a polished ensemble Lace midi dress with ruffles

DO: Dark or neutral colors: Think gray, black, white, and navy

Lightweight fabrics such as silk, chiffon and cotton are ideal for warmer months, while crepe, jacquard and embellished fabrics create sophisticated looks for evening events and formal celebrations

If you're scratching your head, wondering if your lucky pants count as smart casual, don't be shy ask your HR department

Stitch on edge to create elastic casing

While she got into a groove in the party dress department of Free People, the designer always found herself being asked to pare down her creations to make them more palatable for the brands aesthetic and price point

(Dressing grid reprinted with permission from Love and Lemons Every Day