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ladies, wear a dressy pair of jeans with a cute blouse or a somewhat casual dress or skirt.

Wrinkled shirts, stained clothing, or garments in poor repair are unacceptable

Keeping in mind that gathering tends to add a lot of bulk and puffiness around your waistline, which is something you may not want to emphasise and highlight

Avoid last-minute alterations

Here are a few ideas to help you picture a black-tie affair: Formal to semi-formal floor-length dresses made with quality fabric (velvet, chiffon, silk, lace) Black tuxedo jackets with matching trousers Vest Black bowtie or tie Elegant heels Classy dress shoes Additionally, a black tie optional dress code provides guests with the flexibility to either dress in full black tie attire or go slightly less formal, while still elegant

Fullback in men's sizes for a classic look