sheer mini dress black superdown Violetta in Holiday Party Riad | Black Chiffon Mini

Monochrome looks in cream, blush, or soft sage feel especially chic and elongating

Additional details include a lovely sweetheart neckline and a zipper back hidden under sparkling crystal buttons

For example, I once styled a silk black dress with a silver sparkly purse I found on Amazon (such a steal for how luxe it looks!) and black-and-silver heels with cute bows from Asos

The look: A tuxedo (still the safer bet, especially after 6 p.m.) Or a dark suit in black, charcoal, or navy White dress shirt Conservative bow tie or necktie Leather dress shoes Our pick: The Notch Lapel Tuxedo Default to the tuxedo if the event is in the evening