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Women's Evening Wear



Index:

1. White Tie / Cravate Blanche


2. Black Tie / Cravate Noire


3. Ball


4. Dinner / Banquet


5. Theatre / Opera


6. Cocktail Party


7. Essential Outfits

8. Women's Evening Dresses


9. Women's Cocktail Dresses


10. Classic Costumes


11. Women's Suits


12. Women's Tuxedos


13. Women's Blouses

Ella Moss Waldo Strapless/Halter Dress in Jungle



Choosing the appropriate women's evening outfit depends on many different things.

Most importantly, your outfit must suit the occasion.

Some occasions demand a dress-code and others are more casual with no special requirements.


There are also a few other points to consider when choosing your perfect evening outfit, but you will find more about this later.


Lets start with the type of occasion you ll be attending:



If the event you are invited to has a dress code, it is usually mentioned on the invitation.

It might sound unusual but it still is the men`s clothing that determines an event`s dress code.

Men are told how to dress, and women have to know how to dress accordingly.


Therefore, if you are invited to such an event, consider the following:




White Tie / Cravat Blanche



If White Tie is mentioned on the invitation, women should wear a very formal, long dress.







Strapless Black Gowns by Jovani



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Black Tie / Cravat Noire



Ruby Strapless Gowns from Laundry by Design

If Black Tie is mentioned on the invitation, women may either wear a long or a short evening gown.








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Now we will give you some more general advice on choosing your perfect evening wear, if you receive an invitation without a dress-code.



Ball



If you go to a ball, you should choose a long evening dress, i.e. it should at least cover your knees.

However, the best choice for such an event is a floor-length evening dress.

We recommend a flowing style, as anything too tight or restrictive will make it difficult to dance.

You should choose quite, dark colours rather than bright colours.

There are a lot of different kinds of evening dresses available.


So best pick the style you feel most comfortable in.

Before buying an evening dress, do a few dance steps and try sitting down to make sure it feels comfortable.




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Dinner / Banquet



For a formal dinner you may wear a long evening dress or something a bit shorter.

It should, however, cover your knees.

It is also considered correct to wear stockings with your dress.

Again, make sure your dress is comfortable to sit down in.



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Theatre / Opera



If you go to the theatre or an opera,your evening wear should fit the musical background.

An elegant evening dress is enough - it need not be a formal long evening dress.

A classic black cocktail dress would be perfect for the theatre, but if you go to a premiere you should consider wearing a long formal evening dress.


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Celebrity Inspired Dresses


Cocktail Party



If you are invited to a cocktail party you will need to wear something you are comfortable standing in.

It would be best to wear a cocktail dress or a costume.




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Essential Outfits Women's Evening Wear!



Now we would like to introduce you to the essential women's evening outfits.

You will learn more about the different types of outfits and for which occasion they are most suitable.

We will also provide you with information on the perfect fit, flattery and shopping!

Lets start with...


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Women's Evening Dresses



Glamorous Gold Gowns by Jovani


A perfect woman`s evening dress should flatter a woman`s figure and make her feel stunning!

Men are impressed by a woman`s appearance which should be sexy and mystical.




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Women's Cocktail Dresses



The first woman`s cocktail dress was created by Coco Chanel in the year 1926.

At the time it was revolutionary to design a dress which ended just above your knees.

However, this was only one of the many changes regarding women`s fashion in the 1920s.

A cocktail dress is most suitable for an elegant party, a theatre evening or other chic events.



Pink Flirty Cocktail Dress by La Femme



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Classic Costumes



A classic costume consists of a jacket and skirt made of the same material.

It is appropriate for business related evening occasions, all kinds of parties or an evening at the theatre.

Petite Tahari by ASL 2 Piece Pinstripe Skirt Suit



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Women's Suits



Wearing a woman`s suit is probably one of the easiest ways of dressing up for certain occasions.

The outfit alllows you to look elegant and at the same time, feel comfortable.

You can wear a suit at almost any evening occasion like parties, dinners, the theatre or even at a black tie event.


Bear in mind: In most cases, a suit flatters a woman`s figure.




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Women's Tuxedos



Women's fashion is highly influenced by men`s fashion.

Even in formal outfits you will find derivatives of classic fashion, like the tuxedo.

Famous Marlene Dietrich was one of the first to choose the Tuxedo as a woman`s evening outfit.

Later in the 60s famous designers like Yves Saint Laurent rediscovered the tuxedo and its legendary design.

Misses - Signature Collection: Lace-Trim Tuxedo Jacket




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Women's Blouses



A woman`s blouse is essential for costumes, suits, as well as for skirt- or trouser combinations.

Biya Long Sleeve Butterfly Blouse in Blue


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