Shaggy is no doubt ready for any red carpet.

People have been attending the national honours and awards functions for so long, you would think most of them would by now have an idea of what to wear for the event. On the other hand, Flair has been writing about the outfits worn every year and pointing out the hits and misses, the flips and flops, the dos and don'ts, you'd also expect people to take some hints.

But look on the bright side, if all was perfect, perhaps we would have nothing to write about! And as an aside, that New York based official who wore the pretty but very wide-brimmed white hat to the American Friends of Jamaica gala, remember hats are not worn to formal night events, especially "black tie " affairs. Leave that for night service at church!

HATS

And on the subject of hats, these must not just be worn because you like them, they must be in sync with your dress or suit. So Molly Rhone, Pauline Haughton, and Dorothy Pine McLarty and Marva Bernard, get top marks.Should men keep them on indoors?

The ambassador lady whose frill was torn at the back of her jacket should be more careful.

The boisterous nurse should have chosen more comfortable shoes, she had problems walking in her strappy high heels.

And what's with recycling swagger sticks? The honourees in the Fire Brigade had to wait till their colleagues returned to "borrow" these items that were in short supply!

Then there are the men who insist on looking like pimps (this time it was a pastor!) with shiny shirts, ties and off white shoes teamed with insipid pin striped suits!

We also noticed that most persons forgot what they were told when time came to be assisted onto the platform.

The rather rotund trade unionist needs to invest in a proper suit. This is not the first time we have seen him in this very ill-fitting one. It needs to be made redundant!

That oriental dress had a side slit that revealed far too much when the wearer sat down.

That musician who refused to "tidy up" must think loose belts are fashionable.

Tags and labels sewn onto the sleeves of jackets are not fashionable, they must be removed!

SHOES

The age -old rule that matches bag with shoes still work but if the shoes are the same shade as your hemline or darker, that will work.

BAGS

Do not carry evening purses.

OUTFITS

Do not wear evening gowns or too much shimmer or dark wool suits or dresses of knee or mid-calf length depending on your preference. Choose suits that are in pastel shades or cooler textures.

Sylvia Passley chooses a peach suit and coordinating accessories that are pleasing to the eye.

Opposition Leader Portia Simpson Miller's badge is almost lost in the design on her jacket but she never misses a beat when she steps out for an event. The bag is the right size for such an occasion. - Ricardo Makyn/Staff Photographer

Effie Lakasingh sticks to pastel tones for a simple yet elegant dress and jacket ensemble.

Her Excellency The Most Hon. Rheima Hall's cool grey tones and choice of accessories show style and elegance.

Olivia 'Babsy' Grange sticks to party colours in this emerald two-piece suit. - Ricardo Makyn/Staff Photographer

Molly Rhone's claret silk suit speaks volumes of perfection, and she tops it all off with a matching hat. - photos by Yahneake Sterling

Marva Bernard's white hat with black trim is perfect for her suit, shoes and bag.

Singer Carlene Davis breaks tradition and looks elegant in her black and white pants suit.

This young hero made a statement and was well suited for the occasion.

Sandra Phillips always hits the right fashionable notes. Check the bag and shoes.