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The summer months are often much more likely to bring out inappropriate clothing as when its cold, its easy to stay covered up

For more on dressing with a modern edge while staying appropriate, our guide to a contemporary wedding guest dress shows how current style and occasion-appropriateness work together

Jeans also fall into smart casual, but youll want to go with a pair of darker fitted jeans instead of something like a light wash pair

Layer it under a sharp blazer for a juxtaposition of softness and structure or let it stand alone for cocktail hour allure

If you're unclear on what the dress code is, you can always reach out to the couple to clarify