leopard print black dress Benito Maxi Size M from Hello Molly The Elena Dress is a halter mini GORGLITTER Women's Cheetah Leopard Animal

Heres some inspiration for fabulous (and foolproof!) all-black looks to embrace this fall and all year round

She is dressed for the evening, probably going to the opera with her opera glasses

Nominee Jenna Ortega embraced the goth chic of her title character in "Wednesday" in a black high-neck Dilara Findikoglu gown with glittering epaulets and cut-offs that revealed a bit of side boob

Square neck

Rather than worry about these eventualities, we suggest that you cleave to the nature of the Black Tie Optional dress code and simply dress in whichever style will allow you to have the most fun while being respectful of the wishes of the bride and groom