When attending a formal event, a proper dress code will make a good impression on others. One of the most elegant and common ...

As for women, Styles suggests ... are for casual or semi-formal use only. Even if you disagree with this sartorial opinion, sweaters still may not gel with your black-tie event.

Although not the most formal dress code in existence (that title belongs to white tie), black tie still suggests ... for female guests is brief: “Women should wear a full-length evening dress ...