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Think of it as dressing like youve made an effort, without trying too hard

Choose a classic timepiece that complements the colour tones of your shirt and jeans combo

A fringe purse and straw hat work nicely here, especially for daytime festivals

As FashionNetworkpoints out, African designers such as Kanyinsola Onalaja bring textile heritage and contemporary creativity to the fore, demonstrating that African fashion is both a living heritage and a bold expression

Bridesmaid dresses typically take 3-4 months to come in from designers, and you want to have time for alterations

Piping on a jacket to give it the "preppy look" to downgrade formality is illustrated as a polished look