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For example, if you are pear-shaped, a boat neck or a wide square neck will help create the illusion of wider shoulders to offset your hips

Dress codes can be tricky, and the term smart casual is one that can cause panic and confusion for many

Many administrations use the fingertip rule. This means when you stand up straight and let your arms rest naturally at your sides, the hem of the skirt must fall below the tips of your longest fingers

Team the accent with coordinating black bootsanything from lug-sole combat boots to the Chelsea-boots silhouette will doto create a truly cohesive black tights outfit

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