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Its one of those pieces that instantly makes an outfit feel more put together without requiring a lot of effort

Check the tie is the right size to complement your shirt collar and face properly

Shimmer and shine in this dramatic silver black matte satin strapless cocktail dress, 242C3011 by Terani Couture

Since the dress is long, a long coat can feel like a lot of fabric, so try a cropped coat like this black fur one

Dressing for the Occasion With dress shirts and jeans, you can be ready for almost any event: Casual Events : Think untucked shirts with light-washed jeans

As Heather McReynolds, vice president and general merchandising manager at David's Bridal, told POPSUGAR, "This concept of 'traditional' as it relates to weddings and bridal is really evolving and becoming more of a personal experience and preference." Black wedding dresses have remained among the top 10 keyword searches according to David's Bridal Pearl Report