The dress code was white tie—known as the most formal dress code in the United States.
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Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
Authorities say a homicide investigation that began in 1973 has now been brought to a formal close, more than a half-century after a woman was found dead in a Northern Virginia state forest.
Perfect for all of your dressy occasions, these wide-leg dress pants are comfortable to wear, thanks to their elastic waistband and loose design.
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Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
Per the dress code, no umbrellas are allowed, and guests are recommended to bring clear rain ponchos to shield their colorful, dressy looks from the weather.
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