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If you're wearing a black cocktail dress for a wedding, though, make it anything but basic: Look for unique materials like lace or velvet, and details that set it apartthink cutouts, embellishments or an on-trend basque waist like this Ronny Kobo piece

To show you just what we mean, we're rounding up 15 of our favorite '90s fashion trends that still hold up today

[13] Decorative treatments such as pinking, slashing, and blackwork embroidery became increasingly common

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If youre willing to take a small risk and you have a tailor/alterations specialist you trust then it should be fine

Remember the basics: fit first, keep one piece as the standout, and let grooming and attitude complete the look