Ballgowns have been the norm for a long time, but these alternatives make a strong fashion statement that challenge tradition while still being formal enough for black tie events
Everywhere we went I heard little girls squealing, Mommy, look! As much as it was a little girls dream evening, it was very much for real and very much for grown adults who were still sufficiently sentimental enough to believe that an evening like this was not to be relegated to storybooks
Now, you dont have to follow these rules all the time, but if you break them, it should be purposeful
It means making an effort, but not turning up in a three-piece suit
The skirt is a bohemian brides dream with comfy pockets for fidgety fingers and emergency lip- gloss
A white full-sleeve blouse looks great with a flowy pleated skirt or trendy trousers