If youre looking for a more edgy look with your maxi dresses, try a leather ankle booty, or one with a dark color scheme
Heres a quick breakdown: Coral & Peachy Orange Vibe: Soft, feminine, beachy Best for: Spring/summer, daytime events Pairs with: White, cream, tan, gold, light denim Burnt Orange & Rust Vibe: Earthy, sophisticated, fall-ready Best for: Fall/winter, casual chic Pairs with: Brown, olive green, cream, denim, black Bright Orange & Tangerine Vibe: Bold, energetic, statement-making Best for: Summer, parties, when you want to be SEEN Pairs with: White, black, navy, hot pink (yes, really!) Terracotta & Clay Orange Vibe: Bohemian, natural, artistic Best for: Year-round, casual settings Pairs with: Cream, tan, turquoise, gold Pro tip: Check your dress in natural light to identify which orange family it belongs to, this makes styling SO much easier
However, if the black tie event is slightly less formal, some hosts may be okay with you wearing a black suit with a classic necktie
You might be picturing a soft lace long sleeve wedding dress with vintage-inspired details, or maybe something simple and clean with a more modern feel
1, right) shows the kind of thing I described in my first post: making the kind of strange colour-correction that the camera must have made, when it created the original Tumblr photo of the Dress