mother of the bride one shoulder dresses Ruffle Fuchsia Dress with Split length satin fabric Party Dress For Mother Of

We love the futuristic sheen and handkerchief hem of this more modest party dress

I used leftover grey paint from my sewing machine cabinet makeover for the detail on the drawers

An office Christmas party with colleagues may require a more conservative outfit, such as a classic little black dress, whereas a celebration with close friends offers the freedom to experiment with bolder styles and trends

The ruffle details on the sleeves are gorgeous

Tuck it into tailored trousers and add a belt and dress shoes for a polished appearance

You can see our guide to black tie for a full garment-by-garment run down, but heres a brief one regardless: Black or midnight blue jacket faced with satin, most commonly a one-button single-breasted peak lapel with side vents and flapless pockets