The term "black tie optional" was likely coined by event organizers or fashion experts who sought to create a dress code that was less rigid than traditional black tie attire while still conveying a formal and sophisticated tone
So after several years of hearing folks wax poetic about the nearly $600, celeb-fave Le Monde Bryl Ballet Mary Jane flats, I was prepared to be smugly underwhelmed when I finally slipped a pair onto my own feet
Whether you're drawn to the simplicity of a satin gown or the glamour of a beaded creation, royal blue is a choice that promises to make your prom night truly magical
How to Wear Sneakers With a Dress Dress (similar) | Bag (similar) | Sneakers (similar) | Sunglasses Dress with Sneakers Outfit 1 The sneakers in this look are actually silver but in my mind I consider them a very similar option if you want to branch out from regular white
Chteaux or hotel weddings Chteaux or hotel weddings Sometimes, the happy couple want their wedding to be a grand affair and hire a chteau for the occasion, or hold it in a lovely, characterful hotel