long black frill dress Janis Cotton Maxi / | MESHKI Smocked back panel YOURS Plus Size Black Ruffle

Daytime black works best when it feels fresh rather than severe

Avoid overly distressed jeans or shoes that are too casual, like flip-flops or worn-out sneakers, for a more polished look

I think all of us are missing our beloved Target runsthose quiet afternoons where you just slowly browsed the entire store, making your way up and down aisles with no plan in mind yet somehow spending hundreds of dollars

DO Wear a Tailored Jumpsuit or Elegant Pantsuit Photo credit: amandauprichard A wide-leg jumpsuit or a beautifully tailored pantsuit in a formal fabric is an increasingly accepted and genuinely stylish choice for black tie events