Well use it as the oil in this dressing
Brown shoes offer a nice contrast against dark pants
In a nutshell, Americans excessive consumption of these oils (such as soybean oil, canola oil, corn oil, safflower oil, cottonseed oil, and sunflower oil) is now believed to be largely responsible for the rise in liver disease, heart disease, obesity, allergies, asthma, mental illness, bowel disorders, and cancer (more references and information can be found in my favorite, most trusted diet book called the Perfect Health Diet, in Chapter 11: The Dangerous Fats: PUFA)
Suede loafers, Chelsea boots, and casual sneakers in clean leather or neutral tones are go-to options for smart casual
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Choosing dresses with details at the bottom can also help draw attention downwards