orange cocktail dress with Vintage Beads 6 ¼ per size) Occasions Women's Orange Cocktail & Formal

The most helpful technique is simple: Swatch foundation on your jawline , not your hand

Of course, having a dress code inspired by anything other than practicality is daft

Although the colors for black tie are more toward the muted side, there are plenty of warm toned dresses that are perfect for the summer.

White, tan, grey, or navy - shades that pair effortlessly with everything from chinos to denim

Whether you prefer bold embroidery, shimmering details, or classic silhouettes, this collection has the perfect gown to match your vision

Our honorable mentions go to the Wet Bandits from Home Alone and Jack Skellington from A Nightmare Before Christmas (but we all know that's a Halloween movie, right?)