navy blue and white polka dot dress MEDIUM and its strapless top will reveal your beautiful shoulders RIXO Sandrine Midi Mini Navy

Choose designs with primary colors or bold stripes for that vintage appeal

One reviewer mentioned that it's particularly good for travel or long events, since it's comfy and doesn't wrinkle easily

A formal ivory gown in heavy satin presents impeccably, provided the event is not a wedding where it competes with the bride

And since we're already a few years past the point of it just being a trend, it's safe to say that pleats are here to stay

Let us help you decipher the dress code with our easy-breezy guide: Do you have to wear a floor-length dress

While the dress code says optional, its safe to assume that a tuxedo for men is a subtle expectation, especially at high-end venues or for couples going for a particularly luxe vibe