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Though a few differences were apparentthe artist held a small red dog-shaped purse rather than a teacup, and her past-the-elbow white gloves were considerably longer than the abbreviated pair worn by her sitterSherald notably radiated the same calm poise affected by Miss Everything

What black tie optional really means: Floor-length gowns are always appropriate Sophisticated cocktail dresses work perfectly Elevated midi styles in formal fabrics are acceptable You have more color and style flexibility than strict black tie The venue and time of day matter in your decision Unlike rigid black tie requirements, black tie optional acknowledges that not everyone owns or wants to wear a full evening gown

But apart from that it was very good

For this weekends adventure in India, I dug into my archives and unearthed one of my favourite pieces, which I last wore to the Met Gala in 1999