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I've been invited to a semi-formal sweet 16 and i don't know what to wear. I really don't want to wear slacks and a nice top, I want to wear a nice dress- nothing too big just one that you would normally wear to a dinner or something. Would that be good? Or should I stick with the slacks?

"Semi-formal" means dressy. Formal would be a prom-type, fancy dress. Semi-formal is still fancy, but not too much whoopla. (That is what I think you are describing.) Although slacks can be fancy, choosing a dress is a much better choice. Your accessories can dress it up, such as earrings, necklace and shoes. My only word of advice is to be classy by having the dress you choose be tasteful for your age group. I think you are about 16 years old, so don't choose a dress that will make you look 26 years old. That means not too short, not too low. Choose a dressy shoe, not too high because you want to be comfortable and gracious. Many stores have personal shoppers (Nordstroms and Steinmart are excellent stores that offer this free service.) These women will help you! Very light makeup will finish you off! My last piece of advice is to be sure to send a thank you note for this special occasion. Send it to the person(s) who is/are hosting the party. That will be the frosting on the cake!

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