Choosing Your Masquerade Dress: While a classic black sequined dress with a high slit, like the one I wore, is always a fantastic choice for its elegance and versatility, there's a whole world of options depending on your personal style and the event's specific theme
Cocktail: At an event that requires cocktail attire, a tea-length or knee-length, or midi dress are all totally appropriate
Barbara's long floral dress and Adam's plaid shirt and khakis are meant to connote a bland, suburban style that separates them from the Deetz's, the arty New York family that moves into their home
Cocktail accessory formula I swear by: Black cocktail dress + dangly earrings + fancy clutch + sparkly heels Its one of those combos where the black dress becomes the perfect backdrop, and the accessories do the talking
After washing, this garment will take on a beautiful cheesecloth effect
Many cuffs are adjustable by moving a button or snap