navy dress blues officer Women's Service Blue, Chief Petty perfectly complemented with a white button Male Officer Service Dress Blue

The thorough testing and creation of the new uniforms is set to be completed by the spring of 2014, after which a formal introduction and implementation of the suits will ensue in May of 2014

While both dress codes heavily feature jewel tones, white tie often leans toward muted and traditional shades

Tip: to shorten the length, use a pair of scissors (Norma's favorite is the Tru Red Stainless Steel scissors) to cut off the excessive length

Stick to neutral colors like black, brown, or navy for a professional vibe

Pair with sneakers, sandals, or ankle boots for an easy outfit

For the moments when colors are the last thing you want to wear and minimalistic, neutral hues just won't cut it, we pulled together 14 black ensembles that'll feel put-together and cool