mock neck cocktail dress Betsy & Adam Women's Pleated Sleeveless Column Gown - Blue This black mock neck bodycon mini dress needs to be added to your wardrobe ASAP Eileen Fisher - Women's Organic

Whichever shoe you choose, it is important that you wear black socks, ideally ones that reach far above your ankle

See the image below as a great example: For women: smart-casual staples For smart-casual women, elegance, style and comfort go hand in hand

Pair it with knee-high boots for a full look

Essential Smart Casual Pieces While it would be impossible to provide a complete checklist of essential smart casual pieces for men, there are a few categories you should focus on

Neckwear in Solids or Subtle Patterns Neckwear is an ideal opportunity for injecting color and vibrancy into an outfit, but when selecting a necktie or bow tie for a Cocktail Attire affair, a more muted option will likely produce the best results

Footwear Choose shoes that are both walkable and elegant : flat sandals, leather slides, loafers, espadrilles, dressy mules or low block heels