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Outfit Formulas: 4 Black Tie Summer Looks Formula 1: Classic Evening Glamour Dress: Hollis Navy Lace Back Maxi Shoes: Gold strappy heels Bag: Gold or black satin clutch Jewelry: Drop earrings, no necklace needed Formula 2: Modern Minimalist Dress: Brooke Black A-Line One Shoulder Stretch Satin Shoes: Nude pointed-toe heels Bag: Small black structured clutch Jewelry: Simple stud earrings, delicate bracelet Formula 3: Soft Summer Formal Dress: Anais Powder Blue Maxi or Floria Soft Pink Maxi Shoes: Silver block heels Bag: Metallic or pearl clutch Jewelry: Pearl earrings or layered thin chains Formula 4: Bold Jewel Tone Dress: Lily Merlot Maxi or Evarine Wine Maxi Shoes: Nude or black heels Bag: Velvet or satin clutch in matching tone Jewelry: Gold statement earrings Silhouettes That Work Best for Black Tie A-Line Gowns A-line is universally flattering and always reads as formal