People were wearing theme everywhere with simple sandals or even flip-flops
If youre a bit more flexible at the office, you can get away with wearing a blazer and chinos for example, as well as a tie, but when you go to the smart casual party, I suggest taking off the tie, add a bold pocket square, maybe a boutonniere, have some bolder socks and shoes and brown tones or more colors such as dark red, dark green, or navy, and it just creates a more fun outfit that is not as boring or stuffy formal as you would usually know from an office environment
Monochromatic outfits, where your shirt is similar in color to your pants, can also make you appear taller by creating a seamless line
Literally every single time I serve this creamy onion and garlic salad dressing, people ask for the recipe