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Waist covering: Cummerbund: - Pleated fabric band worn around the waist - Pleats should face upward (historically used to hold theatre tickets) - Typically black silk, though midnight blue or maroon is acceptable for creative events - Creates a clean line covering the trouser waistband Waistcoat (vest): - Low-cut formal vest, typically in black or midnight blue - Should not show below the dinner jacket button - More coverage than a cummerbund - Particularly effective in cooler weather You should wear one or the other, not both

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