where to shop for black tie dresses Lady - Charlize Gown - Draped Satin Evening Dress military or marine ball Berylove Women Off the Shoulder

Overall, creating the dress costed the designer the whopping amount of $1,440.33 (equivalent to around $11,111 today)

How we picked and tested On our quest to find the best little black dresses, we scoured retailer sites and fashion publications, scrolled through our socials, and crowdsourced recommendations from our most stylish friends and colleagues

Follow the classic three-color rule: One dominant color One supporting color One accent color Ignoring the Occasion Crystal heels may look stunning at a gala but feel out of place at the office

In this case, choose nude wedge heels to offset the wide leg

The eternally chic color choice allows for repeat wears, if you have a few formal weddings on your roster, as well as a no-show backdrop for those accidental spills or sweat stains

Think: spaghetti straps, slip dresses, faux fur coats, and bucket hats