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This flexibility means a short sleeve cocktail dress earns its place in a wardrobe, ready for a range of occasions, much like the versatile styling covered in our guide to the complete cocktail attire

Because cocktail dresses are often more casual than formal, floor-length gowns, its even more important to pay careful attention to details

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Matching orlon cardigan is sequin-trimmed

Casual outfits might feature ballerina flats