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Stylish Contrast

Published on November 12, 2008
A light-dark duo adds sophistication to a formal party
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It's a Classic

Old-school doesn't get more stylish than this menswear's classic. Tuxedo, Calvin Klein, calvinklein.com. Pleated tuxedo shirt, Belloumo by Ascot LLC, luxemicrofiber.com. Tie, Thomas Pink, thomaspink.com.

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The Little Princess

Looking lovely comes naturally to the party's princess in this ivory and pink taffeta dress with a back bow; about $200, Joan Calabrese for Mon Cheri, calabresegirl.com.

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Perfect Purse

Hip to the textured trend, your girls get a grip on this LBB (little black bag) with sequined lace and satin; about $65, Vanessa, 212-216-0060. Necklace, about $325, Jaded, jadedjewels.com.

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Winning White

A classic complement to a creamy or inky palette is this lush bouquet of dahlias, peonies and calla lilies; about $300, Belle Fleur, bellefleurny.com.

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