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When a host specifies black tie, they have made a deliberate choice about the kind of event they are hosting

Despite their similarity in color, theres clear difference between these striped trousers and these macro pattern socks, but the same type of pattern can be employed in both socks and trousers, provided that the two can be distinguished

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In general, however, black-tie doesn't mean black, and colour is usually welcome as long as the silhouette feels formal enough (floor-length dresses would be a safe bet)