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Smart casual can be a tricky thing to wrap your head around, but throwing a pair of black jeans into the mix makes it a lot simpler

Tuck in a blouse with feminine detailsthink lace trim, ruffled sleeves, or a subtle floral printto keep the outfit feeling celebratory

We're talking pink seersucker blazers, floral pattern dress shirts with a matching pocket square, and bow ties with loud patterns and colors

This is important to keep in mind, because having a flowy dress can make for some epic photos on your wedding day

Bolden-Morris, who has committed to Boston College, told NBCBLK the dress and message were all Torrences idea but she was glad and blessed to have helped him convey the message that he wanted to convey. Related: Teen Accepted to Stanford After Writing #BlackLivesMatter 100 Times on Application Torrence learned how to sew by watching tutorial videos on YouTube

Tuck half of your shirt dress into the waistband of your jeans and cinch with a belt