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Avoid sneakers or open-toed pieces

Long formal dresses in satin or chiffon remain the most consistently appropriate choice for galas, black-tie weddings, and evening ceremonies

Side adjusters or braces Because black tie trousers should never be worn with a belt, they feature either: - Side adjusters: Fabric tabs with buttons on each side of the waistband for minor adjustments - Braces (suspenders): Fabric straps attached to buttons inside the waistband, worn under the waistcoat or cummerbund Braces are the more traditional option and ensure the trousers remain at the proper height throughout the evening, even during dancing or extended seated periods

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Dress sneakers can come in all colors, but white, navy, black, brown and tan are the more versatileand the most dressy, says Albrecht