black dress gala ZAPAKASA Women Sparkly Dark Red Sequin Long Pageant Strapless Mermaid Dress with Cape fitting sheath silhouette that enhances your natural curves 30 Dresses Corporate Charity Gala

A general rule of thumb: Put in at least little effort to show your respect for the theme, even if your look skews subtle

That's why we prefer to wear them without a belt so as not to break the silhouette and let it flow from head to toe

17: Bow Tie Strap Long Black Bridesmaid Dress The adorable bow ties on this simple black gowns sleeves give it an extra dose of romance that we cant stop gushing over

If your measurements don't quite add up, you may need to go up a size or more to get to the closest match, and then have it altered to fit by your local tailor

Then, let your inner curator take over to refresh any space with style and staying power

You can choose whether to wear an elegant, modern dress or a more classic, romantic one