fitted black dress Long Formal with Three-Quarter Sleeves Black / 16 Plus Size Formal Dresses Designer Velvi - Janelle Midi Dress

While this dress code allows you some freedom, take into consideration the location and time of the wedding

They vanished for a bit in the '80s but returned just in time for the turn of the century

Italian Suit Jacket Now that you're well-versed in the black-tie-optional meaning, you know suits are on the table, which means you need to check out this Banana Republic 'fit

Embroidered Lace & Sequins: Adds texture and a soft shimmer to the bodice and skirt

Its like the little sister of the ballgown, the main difference is the skirt is less poufy and widens more gradually

This is inevitable since the neck mimics a turtleneck