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Until the chestnut blight obliterated our native chestnut trees nearly a century ago, almost every mountain home was within sight of a towering tree, loaded with the nuts in time to fatten up wild turkeys and enrich the dressing

You could lose the hat for an evening look and perhaps add a darker pair of shoes and a statement necklace

Perfect for a wide range of formal occasions, from anniversary parties to galas, cocktail events, and black-tie affairs, its timeless design ensures youll always look impeccable.

Of course, if you have the air conditioner pumping, you can probably stick with cotton long-sleeve pajamas with footies