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To me, white is the purest colour and often can make more of an impact as a sort of breather among all the fuss, says Nell Kalonji, an editorial and celebrity stylist who works with Shygirl, Yasmin Finney and Sophie Wilde

Men were expected to wear mourning black to a lesser extent than women, and for a shorter mourning period

These dresses are elegant without being overdone, travel-friendly without sacrificing style, and perfectly suited for balmy breezes, onboard celebrations, and stunning photo ops.

Two-button suit jackets with matching dress pants are the standard semi-formal choice

This dress code works well for outdoor weddings or afternoon celebrations

Full brogues (wingtip) are more casual than quarter brogues