long navy blue prom dresses Amarra 88904 Train Neckline [$120.28] Dark Navy Blue Beaded

The 30s were so clever with economic trims

If you're looking for a pop of personality, try incorporating fun dress socks into your outfit

Illusion Sequin Floral Applique Wedding Dress $1,399 Style SWG843 Here comes the bride in a dramatic black wedding dress

Maybe strict black tie can still be maintained, but for things like weddings which are (a) more serious and (b) have more women, and creative black tie can be used for everything else

I wore this black tank dress with these gold strappy heels for my birthday dinner last summer, and I carried an ivory bag with gold hardware to keep the look light and summery

Within one fall sweep, you have a head-to-toe outfit that's practical, looks considered (in an effortless way) and stylish