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I'll definitely wear it

Think of the black tie dress code for this kind of event as a (large) step up from smart-casual it's the real deal

To paint an outdated dresser green, youll need the following materials: Green paint (I used Melange in Restoration Bronze) Electric sander Sandpaper (220 grit, 320 grit and 600 grit) Krud Kutter Rags for cleaning 50/50 denatured alcohol with water Wood filler Putty knife White Primer Black Primer (AquaLock in Black) Drop cloths Sprayer (Im using my HomeRight Super Finish Max) Protective mask (N95) Protective goggles (I use Stoggles which are adorable