Formal cocktail party

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Party season (and so much more fun) is on the way. When it comes to dressing up for cocktail hour, we’ve got the guide to all the looks you need in your line-up. From head-to-toe monochrome to tuxedo dressing and metallic everything, here’s the dress code for the antics you’ll turn into hilarious and partly true anecdotes later. So pop the champagne (or mocktail, your choice), crank up the Shania and let’s get into it. #ImWearingRI

This Sparkling NYE Cocktail Punch feels particularly fun and festive for a NYE celebration. The light and bright flavors work well to pair with so many different types of food.

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