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Sneakers were an important part of the look, especially retro Nike Air Jordan's and Adidas Yeezys

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"While it's usually OK to wear a jacket over a jumper, I would avoid jeans and trainers," she says

Keep them to a minimum Always wear a cufflinks Wearing a double-cuff shirt is classier than a single cuff You can leave belts out of your dress code unless it is necessary

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But if galas, weddings, or award ceremonies are a regular part of your calendar, a custom tuxedo pays for itself quickly, and you will always look better in something made specifically for your body