navy floral midi dress Baltic Born Womens Lena Tiered | + Gold This Floral Midi Dress is made of Polyester The Navy Lace Up Floral

adjustable neck ties let you control how much skin shows, while the bubble skirt and scarf belt transform a simple mini into something theatrical and decidedly feminine

Black tie optional : To me, black tie optional is an event where you can go all out and wear the formal floor length gown, but its only if you want to

Birdy Grey Lauren Drop Waist Dress Searching for a Bridgerton-themed party dress

Pair this gown with minimalistic gold jewelry to let the complex patterns shine, and prepare to be the embodiment of sophistication

Karen @styledbykaren above shows how you could wear leggings with a longer button-down dress and booties

Black speaks to tradition, formality, and timeless elegance