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Because cocktail is a less formal option than black tie or full formal, the styling of your suit will matter, too

Bold patterns like stripes or checks can be fun for both fathers and sons

Mike Coppola/MG24/Getty Images Jeremy Pope gave his suit a playful feminine twist with this Tanner Fletcher outfit that mixed in lace and fur trims

A coordinated color family same general palette, different silhouettes is the easiest approach

Choose a silhouette that supports subtle layering, add a polished coat or cape for arrivals, and lean into rich textures that look as warm as they feel.

Anyways, for our friends San Francisco wedding, I figured I would just re-wear a black dress I owned