navy blue long dress with sleeves Alie Street Sophia Maxi style maxi skirt that finishes with a sultry side slit Navy Blue Long Sleeves Shiny

If you do have a reason to venture away from the strictest black tie interpretation, keep the color choice muted and sophisticated, and well matched to the tux itself

I mean, a classic

Removable belt can be tied a bowknot at front and adjusted through the belt loops to flatter the body

The trio made it a fabulous evening for celebrating Black designers and founders.

Available in a timeless deep blue or black, with a fuchsia lining, this five-button vest can be worn with matching pants or a suit jacket

Ball gowns are reserved for the most formal occasions, while A-lines span everything from weekend brunch to black-tie events, making them far more versatile