best black tie dresses Wedding Guest The Ultimate Guide to Black

A gown that fits beautifully standing in a fitting room can surprise you when you sit through a full ceremony and a four-course dinner

Its a great pick if youre out in the sun or dancing the night away

It looks fantastic on tall or short lean figures but it can be very unforgiving as the fabric often has little stretch

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The Essence of the Black Dress The little black dress (LBD) is often referred to as the ultimate wardrobe essential

Celebrity Inspiration: Cindy Crawford, Yoko Ono, Keira Knightley Yup, I said it: Just because everyone is telling you to wear a wedding gown, theyre not for everyone and your wedding is yours