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Outfit Formulas: 4 Black Tie Summer Looks Formula 1: Classic Evening Glamour Dress: Hollis Navy Lace Back Maxi Shoes: Gold strappy heels Bag: Gold or black satin clutch Jewelry: Drop earrings, no necklace needed Formula 2: Modern Minimalist Dress: Brooke Black A-Line One Shoulder Stretch Satin Shoes: Nude pointed-toe heels Bag: Small black structured clutch Jewelry: Simple stud earrings, delicate bracelet Formula 3: Soft Summer Formal Dress: Anais Powder Blue Maxi or Floria Soft Pink Maxi Shoes: Silver block heels Bag: Metallic or pearl clutch Jewelry: Pearl earrings or layered thin chains Formula 4: Bold Jewel Tone Dress: Lily Merlot Maxi or Evarine Wine Maxi Shoes: Nude or black heels Bag: Velvet or satin clutch in matching tone Jewelry: Gold statement earrings Silhouettes That Work Best for Black Tie A-Line Gowns A-line is universally flattering and always reads as formal

When it comes to winter dressing, pay as much attention to your coat as you do to the rest of your look