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Styling The Navy & Light Blue Saranno Oxfords These dress shoes pair especially well with navy suits, light grey tailoring, white trousers, textured blazers, and monochrome blue palettes

Iron as needed, do not dry clean

GWS Dress Code Pro Tip: If youre afraid a super vibrant look will feel too informal, you can always stick to a darker color palette and add a pop of color with your accessories

Bright colors, busy patterns, and overwhelming prints draw attention and can detract from your professional appearance