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If you up the weight with a dobby or Oxford weave shirt, make sure you consider the pattern of the weave if its visible, just as you would a printed stripe on the shirt this avoids things getting too busy

Conclusion Black tie optional creates a smart middle ground between strict formal requirements and cocktail attire flexibility