For a full side-by-side of cocktail and semi-formal, which is the dress code most often confused with cocktail, Sartoro covers the comparison in detail at cocktail attire versus semi-formal
The broader principles of choosing a color that flatters you while suiting the occasion are covered in this guide on best dress colors for your skin tone, which helps you pick the most flattering version of any New Years shade
in fact, the clothes are quite subtle and down-to-earth
Designed with vertical stripes, puff sleeves, and a contrasting green trim detail, it has a flattering square neckline and a flowy maxi silhouette that feels both feminine and fun
While the term uniform suggests that all students dress similarly, in many private schools, male and female students dress differently