EriQ009
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but my understanding is that velvet slippers with formal attire are appropriate only when the event is at one's own home. As in, you are the host and the party is at your house.
Black velvet slippers, sometimes called "Prince Albert Slippers" are a historically-proper alternative to pumps and patent oxfords. There's a famous picture of Cary Grant, sitting cross-legged in a tux with black penny loafers, several pages back in this thread - search for Cary Grant and you'll find it. A well-polished black plain captoe (i.e. AE Park Avenue) or wholecut would likely suffice as well.