Women: Fortunately, I speak cocktail fluently. Black tie is a martini, formal is a dirty martini, and cocktail is a spicy ...

This combination strikes a smart balance between modern and classic ... overpowering the delicate shirt color. When selecting a tie and shirt combination with a navy suit, consider the occasion ...

Smart casual has actually been around for ... For men, that means you don a suit and a collared shirt but no tie (which immediately states “casual”) and opt for a good classic loafer.

Charcoal gray may be a smart choice if the job is finance ... Wear a white or pale-blue business shirt and a grenadine tie. Try to keep the knot as neat and un-chunky as possible.

No longer tainted by its association with corporate drudgery, the tie has become the ultimate cool-girl accessory – see Billie Eilish, who regularly sports an oversized shirt and tie combo ...