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Weddings allow for more variety black-tie celebrations call for elegant formal dresses, while cocktail weddings suit shorter, polished styles

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Modern and chic, these shoes are a top-notch choice for special occasions, such as parties

The Regal Burgundy Velvet Bold, commanding, and rich with Victorian steampunk character

We also tested and really liked the much-pricier Freda Salvador Jada Square Toe Ballet Flat, a popular, oft-Instagrammed name-brand shoe that looks very similar

Beautiful, feminine and chic, this bridal gown is designed for the bride who seeks both sophistication and a playful silhouette for her garden wedding, rehearsal dinner, or reception