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A dress that can only work for one event is more likely to sit in a closet forever

This outfit is ideal for autumn walks, coffee dates, or casual Fridays at the office

Now is the time to leave your running shoe and athletic footwear out of the mix

Worn-out heels, outsoles, sole tips or heel linings should be replaced at an early stage in order to protect the surrounding material

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Best styles: Fit-and-flare, tiered skirts, and ruched bodices Best necklines: Halter, strapless, and square necklines Avoid: Straight, column-style silhouettes that flatten the figure Consider styles with volume or texture to add visual interest