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Footwear: A pair of suede loafers complete the sleek outfit, making it perfect for formal wear

The hostess is going to seat you instead of you walking up to a counter

Especially the belt, which will be the next-largest expanse of leather you wear unless you're carrying a bag or briefcase

You know, the nights where you sit back in a high-back chair with a musty cologne and read important passages from a leatherbound book

That means paying attention to the little things, like ensuring your trousers arent too long (if they are you should get them tailored to finish just above your shoes)

It means a tuxedo is welcome but not required, and a dark suit will not get you turned away at the door