If you are not used to imagining yourself, the dress codes, especially the black tie, may feel intimidating. With an unwritten policy, there is a good amount open to interpretation, especially for women. For men, the black tie outfit is simple: a black tuxedo jacket, pants and white shirt will suffice. For women, ground dresses are standard. This is still somewhat confusing with so many different options available.
Instead of considering a dress code as a strict set of rules that you must respect, consider it as a useful guide that will help you dress in a appropriate manner, and in turn, help you feel more confident.
On a least relaxed at fancy scale, the black tie is just between the optional black ties (which is exactly what it looks like) and the white vacuum, the most fanciful that it gets. For a black opportunity, you will not need to come and dressed in a ball gown with a tank waiting outside. But you will also want to avoid everything that is short as a cocktail dress – and certainly no pants. Black tie dresses are available in a wide variety of cuts, materials and colors. So a good starting point would be to understand the style of dress you are looking for. Website often have a style filter to make your search even more rationalized. That being said, below ten different styles to consider when buying your next black tie event.
Shoulder
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A style that should certainly be added to your dress dresses is a dress on the shoulder. Asymmetry creates a super flattering draping effect on your shoulder which is perfect for any black tie affair. The singular bare shoulder is just the right amount of skin that will make you feel sexy in an effortless way. Opt for a terrible mute color, like dark green above, for something other than black which is always formal.
Simply without suspenders
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A simple strap -free black dress is always something on which you can fall back, and therefore, you should have easily available in your closet. Not only can you wear it again and again – a style in different ways, but there is so much to love even with a minimalist look to it. Accessorize your dress with a silver cuff bracelet and a black pocket. Pro advice: style your hair in a smooth back bun to add a small drama to an otherwise exhausted look.
Cost the waist
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Since the cutting trend has surfaced, it has become a popular basic food for weddings and black tie business. The most important thing to keep in mind with a cut dress is not to do too much. For a black tie event, a simple cut along the size strikes the right balance. A black dress with glitter will only increase elegance.
Silk in V
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If you are lucky to go somewhere with a magnificent silk dress, do not pass it. And to really seize the opportunity, why not stand out in bright red? Something with delicate spaghetti straps, a leg slit and a floor sweeteer skirt is guaranteed to run the heads. Combine the silk dress with black strip sandals, a classic red lip and your best dance movements.
Turtleneck
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Although you probably do not wear white at a wedding as soon as it is yours, of course), any other occasion for the black tie like a gala or a charity event is a completely fair game. So, do with this information what you want … while wearing a long -sleeved roller dress that most of your body will be covered – which makes the back naked contrasted even more a manufacturer of declarations. A look over the shoulder and you have the perfect photo.
Two -piece skirt set
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The only time a skirt becomes black is if it is super dramatic and sweeps the ground under you. In this case, a set of velvet skirt with two pieces will do the trick. With brilliant crystal embellishments and a plush velvet fabric, you can’t go wrong with a luxurious top cooked and an equally dazzling skirt.
Bare back
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We cannot deny the effortless beauty of a Licou neck dress. And the gold material on it acts as an integrated necklace. This kind of dress will be the starter of the night conversation.
A transparent skirt
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If there was a moment to appear to you by looking at your best, it will be a black tie event. So the lesson here is not to remember anything about your outfit. The first type of dress that comes to my mind in order to really have the impression of giving everything, it would be a transparent dress. Yes, you will show skin, but the real lens will be on the beautiful silhouette and the embroidered design.
Lace
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Lean in your gentle feminine side with a completely lace, black and white dress for your next event. Lace is the quintessence of high -end sophistication, so you really can’t go wrong with the wear. Combine your dress with black sandals and essential evening bag for a fancy evening.
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