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The Sills + Co Guide to Event Dressing

JOURNAL / NOV 11, 2025

From weddings to race days and everything in between, Sills + Co is here to help you dress effortlessly for every occasion. Here’s our guide to dressing for any occasion this event season.

Decoding ‘Smart Casual’

Smart casual dress code occasions call for a thoughtful balance between comfort and style.

Soft tailoring offers an easy way to look refined yet relaxed - ideal for office meetings, long lunches, or evening gatherings.

Alternatively, a simple black dress remains a timeless option. Just add statement jewellery and a heel for instant, understated elegance.

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Made in NZLina BlazerLina Blazer
Caroline Sills
Lina Blazer Sale price$699.00 NZD
Made in NZLina Bedford PantLina Bedford Pant
Caroline Sills
Lina Bedford Pant Sale price$379.00 NZD

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Made in NZSienna BlazerSienna Blazer
Caroline Sills
Sienna Blazer Sale price$679.00 NZD
Made in NZKenzi PantKenzi Pant
Caroline Sills
Kenzi Pant Sale price$449.00 NZD

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Made in NZAinslee BlazerAinslee Blazer
Caroline Sills
Ainslee Blazer Sale price$689.00 NZD
Made in NZLina BlazerLina Blazer
Caroline Sills
Lina Blazer Sale price$699.00 NZD
Made in NZLina Bedford PantLina Bedford Pant
Caroline Sills
Lina Bedford Pant Sale price$379.00 NZD
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Made in NZSienna BlazerSienna Blazer
Caroline Sills
Sienna Blazer Sale price$679.00 NZD
Made in NZKenzi PantKenzi Pant
Caroline Sills
Kenzi Pant Sale price$449.00 NZD
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Made in NZAinslee BlazerAinslee Blazer
Caroline Sills
Ainslee Blazer Sale price$689.00 NZD
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The What, Where, and When of Weddings

Weddings can be the trickiest to dress for, so we like to start with the three W’s:

What – Is it formal, semi-formal, or intimate?
Where – Is it indoors or outdoors?
When – Is it a daytime celebration or an evening affair?

The answers to each will help guide your choices — from fabric and sleeve length to layering and accessories.

At Sills + Co, we love helping our customers find the perfect wedding outfit — whether they’re attending as a guest or the mother of the bride or groom.

Race Day Ready

With spring in full bloom and summer just around the corner, the racing season is officially underway. Beyond the marquees, bubbles, and sun-soaked festivities, race days offer the perfect opportunity to embrace a little glamour and to have fun dressing up.

Our top tips for race day dressing:

Choose a base colour or theme: Start with a dress, jumpsuit, or tailored suit that reflects your personality. Bright colours or bold prints all make a statement. Then pick an accessory shade to either contrast or compliment your base colour/theme.

Consider comfort first: Race days mean long hours on your feet - and often, grass. A block heel or wedge keeps things chic without sacrificing comfort. Or invest in some heel stoppers to keep your from sinking into the greenery.

Complete your look with headwear: Hats and fascinators remain essential - after all, millinery is key for race day fashion. We recommend staying sun smart, yet stylish, with a Caroline Sills Panama hat – the bigger the better.

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