black offshoulder dress Princess Polly Women's Taylon Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Minidress - Adds texture and a soft shimmer to the bodice and skirt Relaxed A Back to Black: A Little

Are you dressing up

Death by elocution wearing white sneakers with an all black outfit AND some skin in between shoes and the rest of the clothes

Pair them with a plain t-shirt or an oversized shirt for a laid-back look

And yes, contrary to popular belief, you can also wear all-black in summers since there are no hard and fast rules

Vivien Schweitzer, "Music Review: A Slimmed-Down Diva Keeps Her Vocal Heft," New York Times , June 18, 2009, found at New York Times website

Makeup Approach Classic red lip: The most iconic pairing for a black gown confident, formal, and timeless Nude lip with bold eye: Soft kohl liner and sculpted lashes shift focus to the eyes without competing with the dress Neutral and polished: Clean skin, defined brows, and a soft gloss lets accessories and gown lead Avoid: Heavy color on both lip and eye simultaneously one feature should lead the makeup look Styling Black for Different Occasions Black-Tie Galas and Charity Balls A floor-length black gown in satin or structured lace is the correct choice for black-tie events