From July to the end of the year is the season for awards nights and events requiring black tie attire. I recently had a question about where to buy formal dresses for black tie events, and in effect, this post will share my answer.
Where to Buy Formal Dresses for Black Tie Events
1. Sheike
2. Forever New
3. ASOS
4. Birdsnest
5. Swankstore (for Maxi Kaftan Robe Style Dresses)
6. Myer (my picks are Brisbane City and Carindale)
8. City Chic
Tips on Choosing a Formal Dress for a Black Tie Event
When choosing a formal dress for a black tie event, the gown is generally floor length. It’s important to choose a dress that you can sit, stand and dance in comfortably. If the dress is too tight or too loose, you will feel self-conscious all night.
If you attend a few black tie events each year, it can cost a fortune buying a new dress for every event. Glam Corner offers a formal dress hiring service. Alternatively, choose a dress in a classic neutral colour like black, navy or even blush and change the accessories to create different looks.
Winterising Your Formal Dress
For formal events in winter, add a faux fur wrap to keep shoulders warm. A cropped jacket can also work. Forever New and Alannah Hill have some gorgeous faux fur wraps that will work with any of the dresses below.
Formal Dresses to Consider
I’ve found some gorgeous styles currently online, which can be accessorized and worn again and again. My go-to is always black or navy, but a block colour option works well too.
1. Sheike Anastasia Maxi Dress in Black $199.95
2. One Honey Boutique Tina Holy Couture Navy Blue Strapless Ball Gown $575
3. ASOS Maya Bridesmaid V-Neck Maxi Tulle Dress with Sequins in Taupe $170
4. Sacha Drake Maddison Ruffle Maxi Dress $349
5. City Chic Navy Magnetic Maxi Dress Navy $199.95
6. Forever New Mandy Petite One Shoulder Red Shiraz Formal Dress $169.99
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