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Machine washable for easy care, this dress offers both style and practicality for the fashion-forward woman

The look: Black tailcoat with matching pants featuring a satin stripe White piqu wing-collar shirt White vest (waistcoat) White bow tie (self-tied, every time) Black patent leather oxfords White gloves, optional for most modern white tie events Studs and cufflinks to match Our pick: The Wing Tip Tuxedo Shirt White tie is rare in America, but when it shows up, there is exactly one right answer

Its labeled as a milk paint, but its really a durable acrylic and can be sprayed beautifully