Five Key Components of an Elite Black Tie Fit The Ultra-Classic Tux : J.Crew Ludlow Italian Wool Shawl Collar Tuxedo, $815 The Pleated Tuxedo Shirt : Todd Snyder x Hamilton Pleated Tuxedo Shirt, $398 The Silky Bow Tie : Drake's Batwing Bow Tie, $145 The Retro-Cool Cummerbund : Banana Republic Silk Cummerbund, $75 The Shiny Black Shoes : George Cleverly Merlin Whole-Cut Patent-Leather Shoes, $895 It's also worth remembering that black tie is actually democratic in nature
And if the trend feels "too daring," Teich said, you can always ease into it with red socks paired with loafers
Highlight Your Assets In addition to choosing a dress that flatters your body type, it's also important to highlight your best assets
Modern Classic Style Setters For classic style inspiration, we often look to movie stars such as Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn, or to Jacqueline Kennedy and Princess Diana
Style meets everyday practicality
With sparkly beaded designs from the sheer-corset bodice to the hem, this strapless long formal dress is sure to shine at prom, galas, and other black-tie events