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If you want a thinner dressing for salads, or you just prefer it to be more runny, add a tablespoon or more of milk or buttermilk until your desired consistency is reached

For a more casual approach, try a floral or polka dot patterned shirt with navy khakis

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The dress should skim the body closely without being so tight that it pulls, creases, or feels restrictive, and professional alterations often help achieve the clean, sculpted fit the silhouette is designed for

Engagement parties and corporate events also often specify cocktail attire, as it hits the perfect note of refinement without overshadowing the host or the occasion