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Casual outings work better with soft nudes or pastels

If you want to show off a pair of tights in a bright shade or a bold pattern, like red polka dots, go with a more subtle dress or skirt

It also has detachable shoulder pads, so you can tailor the silhouette to your liking

For this outfit, I kept it simple by pairing it with a simple pearl necklace (a family piece from my Chinese-side), classic watch and added a pop of color with my Tieks Ballet Flats in Ruby Red Patent

Cut-out details showcase a little skin at side of this tight blue dress, while side ruching creates a flirty side slit on the short skirt

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