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We connected with deputy fashion editor (and in-house style expert) Kari Molvar to drill down into the specifics and find the best essentials to bring on your next trip

Never wear tan or light brown shoes with formal outfits

TaniriDesigns Elegant, flowy bridesmaid dresses with unique lace and chiffon details

My identity is both Mexican and American

Lemongrass Dark Green Peacock Pine Emerald Sky Blue Mist Royal Blue Steel Blue dusty blue Stormy Ink Blue Dark Navy Blushing Pink NEW

Contrasting colors Pairing dark colors (navy blue and emerald green) with bright accents (red and tangerine orange) might push you out of your comfort zone at first, but don't feel like you have to play it safe