Heres what it dictates: Men: A tailored one-, two- or three-button suit in solid black, gray or dark navy A clean, crisply pressed white shirt with collar A conservative tieno bold patterns or bright colors Elegant, conservative accessories like tie clips and cufflinks Shoes should be closed-toe oxfords in black or dark brownno loafers Black socksno colors, no patterns and definitely no white Women: A tailored skirt- or pantsuit in a dark color with a conservative cut
But flappers, however, were more active and rebellious than women had been in previous generations
Nordstrom A does-it-all department store is always a safe bet for suiting, and Nordstrom is our top pick (a peek into the women's "suits and separates" tab culls nearly 2,000 results!)
Is black tie only for men
Offering fun colors, prints, and details, these shoes are also known for being comfortable
The key is choosing a pair that looks polished and simple, not overly trendy