The layered necklace adds interest around the face, and the jacket provides just enough coverage for air-conditioned restaurants or cooler evenings
This breezy Open Air Blue Stripe Tiered Maxi Dress features ruffle straps, a smocked bodice, and tiered skirt design
On a headliner night the door has no reason to make exceptions
That being said, if you find yourself attending an increasing number of Black-Tie Optional events, it may behoove you to purchase a complete Black Tie ensemble so that you are well-prepared should you receive an invitation to a strict Black Tie event, for which a Black-Tie Optional ensemble would not be appropriate
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I was able to find a bra that had removable straps, so I purchased swimsuit hooks from JoAnn's and used those to attach the gown's straps to my bra