From races to weddings, garden gatherings and baby showers, the arrival of spring marks the start of events season.

As your social calendar starts to fill up, finding the right outfit for every invitation can be equal parts exciting and daunting as you navigate the dress code for each event.

You want to look polished, but not overshine the main attraction, appropriate but uniquely you, comfortable but memorable. Getting that perfect balance can be difficult, we get it, so to help you get it right every time, we’ve put together a handy guide on what to wear to different occasions and inspire your style for a season of showstopping looks.