black mini dress h&m Women's Black/polka dot Printed Concealed zip at the back H&M Black Sequin Spaghetti Strap

Colors: Burgundy, Black, Greenery, Lt Blue, Lt Yellow, Pink

At the end of the day, true black tie a pretty strict dress code sometimes you can get away with a midnight blue tuxedo, or an off-white dinner jacket with black tuxedo trousers, but the tried and true look is straight up black and white

If youre worried about drowning in fabric, opt for evening gowns that feature a pop of skin, like an open back, a strapless neckline, or a high leg slit (also a bonus for the dance floor!)

Its the perfect neutral layer for those in-between weather days and can make your look feel more casual or a little more polished depending on how you wear it

This is especially valuable for special occasions where you need your themes to look polished and feel comfortable from the first moment you put it on