l'agence slip dress offered in pure silk charmeuse L'AGENCE Susanna Slip Dress in

Keep a lightweight cardigan or a breathable blazer at your desk for when the air conditioning gets too cold

Pair it with a red petticoat for a pop of holiday color and to enhance the swing silhouette

My second nomination for the shrimp cocktail sauce hall of fame is a creamy-yet-refreshing remoulade spiked with Old Bay seasoning

Its creamy texture makes it ideal for dressing

Prepare the cornbread the night before if you can - it crumbles much better once it's completely cooled

And for extra pizzazz, ask guests to don elegant attire in pastel colors like baby blue, mint green, mauve, peach, beige, white, or pink only