black cocktail dress strapless Cecilia Satin Mini - Size M - Bodycon with Off-Center Slit Pair with sandals and gold jewellery for an effortlessly chic look Midnight Bloom Taffeta Black Strapless

If formalwear is rare- or you need to match a specific theme- renting keeps costs down and ensures you're in current styles

If theyve gone to all the trouble of throwing a fancy do and they want you there with them adhering to the dress code is a way to show your appreciation to the hosts

Whatss crazy is, initially when people would attempt to compliment me by stating that I had a 90s inspired look, I would actually get insulted, because I took it as people insinuating that my style was dated

Then on my feet, I have some nice combat boots which finish off this everyday kind of edgy look

So, I paired it with my all-time favorite motorcycle boots

However, if there is a chosen color palette for guests, stick with it