Black Tie Dresses & Gowns

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• Marchesa Notte Strapless Printed Sequin Gown in Dusty Blue
• Staud Jayla One-Shoulder Crystal-Embellished Cutout Maxi Dress
• What to Look For in Black-Tie Wedding Guest Outfits
• Pink Nude Cut Out Midi Dress with Diamante Necklace Trim
• Andrea and Leo A0257 Dress
• Jovani 03251 Tie Back High Slit Dress
• Jovani 02444 Plunging Neckline Floral Dress

Deep, inky navy or midnight blue makes for handsome choice. In fact, this is the more traditional choice for black-tie suiting. There have been a few cases made for deep earth tones or charcoals, but these can be tricky given the formality of the affair. Grounded by black pants, a dinner jacket in an interesting texture or tone can look quite dapper. If you don’t wear a waistcoat, you might wear a cummerbund that matches your bow tie, but both are slowly becoming optional for black-tie events.

You can style your look with a formal hairstyle, jewelry, and elegant makeup. Black tie attire should be elegant but can also include the latest fashion trends. You'll find a wide selection of formal evening gowns with cut-outs, leg slits, and embellishments.

Marchesa Notte Strapless Printed Sequin Gown in Dusty Blue

You can select from white lace gowns with sheer inserts or gorgeous embellishment. This includes long sleeve wedding pieces and plunging v-neck designs. You may also want a long train for when you walk down the aisle. Black tie gowns can often be figure-hugging for a sexy look.

All colors are fair game except white, off-white, or anything else that's even close to white. Have an invitation to a black-tie event in hand and want to be sure you’re properly attired? If you are attending a formal wedding and you are worried about your clothing choice, contact one of the bridesmaids for help with your selection. You may even speak to the bride about it, but try talking to a bridesmaid first. Black is usually preferred, with a rich texture that adds some visual interest.Deep colors like blue, maroon, a rich purple, and brown also look nice.

Staud Jayla One-Shoulder Crystal-Embellished Cutout Maxi Dress

Don't worry—the unique design won't steal the spotlight from the couple of honor! What's more, this sleek dress could easily be worn again making it a smart investment for any formal wardrobe. There are limited ways to spice up the traditional tuxedo, but a contrasting dinner jacket is certainly one of them.

If you're looking for a dress with sleeves, this is one not to miss. Simple and chic, this column dress is a stunning option for a black tie wedding. Psst, it's also a polished pick for a mother-of-the-bride dress. Statement shoulders are still in for 2022 if you want a one shouldered gown or padded shoulder.

What to Look For in Black-Tie Wedding Guest Outfits

Black, other dark colors, and jewel tones are always safe choices. With over 10 years of experience, Ashley styles women both in-person and virtually and is passionate about empowering women through the art of personal style. She believes every woman deserves to feel comfortable, classy, and confident every single day. Ashley holds a business degree from Sam Houston State University. She has been featured on KPRC's Channel 2 Houston Life and ABC 13's Check This Out Houston and in the Houstonia magazine. Ashley has also hosted Macy’s “The Wardrobe Edit” and the “It List” fashion shows.

Black Tie Dressesare created to meet the formal dress code for special events such as weddings, dances, and social functions. These occasions require you to wear a long, floor-length gown. This still gives you a range of choices, from classic ball gown styles to on-trend mermaid designs.

Pink Nude Cut Out Midi Dress with Diamante Necklace Trim

Formal gowns are so personal and expensive, it’s more important to love it and feel confident that for it to be the most fashion forward dress in the room. At New York Dress, we believe that every woman deserves to look amazing without overspending. We are proud to offer high-end gowns for every event at ultra-low prices. And best of all, all our black-tie dresses are available online, so you can shop our entire collection right from the comfort of your home. This midi dress—which is cut from lightweight and breezy linen—is so sweet for warm-weather "I do's."

For a ball, it is common to choose a classic ball gown shape. This is flattering for many body types and can have pleated fabric for extra volume. With a flattering off-the-shoulder neckline and high-low silhouette, this black bridal party dress feels fresh for any style of wedding. Mix it with various shapes or have your entire lineup rock this modern style. Slinky silks were practically made for black-tie events from posh weddings to red-carpet events. These stunners showed off various iterations from forever chic black gowns to a gorgeous champagne slip dress.