A worthy addition to any real woman's wardrobeplace should be occupied by outfits for work and official events. Business meetings, gatherings and negotiations, corporate evenings or company presentation at social receptions and other events - all this requires a strict dress code. By the way, it should not only be serious and restrained, but also stylish and fashionable. And today we are focusing on one of the most popular and strict official codes - Black Tie: now its observance is a mandatory condition for attending various events. Therefore, within the framework of this review, we will consider in detail what a black and white dress code should be in 2012. We will also definitely touch on those little things in the wardrobe that will help make a restrained look more interesting and original. And we will certainly see if it will be possible to combine the direction in question with others, for example, with the Cocktail style.
Classically strict Black Tie 2012: what will it be like?
In the coming spring-summer season, black and whitethe dress code should be appropriate for the special occasion, that is, you need to choose not just stylish, but even a little pompous options. Here are what the characteristic elements of Black Tie 2012 promise to be:
- A long dress with a train beginning from the waist- a really chic option that allows a girl to dress effectively and at the same time in fashion. But the color of dresses should be restrained - a sign of good taste will be all shades of cream and beige. And, of course, the black and white dress code will also be in trend: these dresses will remain classics.
- A must-have addition to the Black Tie lookThe coming season should be long gloves - they will add elegance to a woman's image, emphasizing the beauty of her hands. This is exactly the accessory that can somewhat diversify even the strictest dress code, because there are no uniform rules when choosing it. You can either play on the contrast or choose gloves to match the dress.
- Another addition to the look can be fura bolero or a stole - such a detail will enrich the Black Tie look. However, there is one "but": this accessory is only suitable if you choose a dress with a deep neckline and open shoulders.
If the girl decides to give preferenceclosed version, you can not think about stoles or boleros. Usually these accessories are chosen for a bolder and more relaxed Cocktail style - the spring-summer season of 2012 is rather a convenient exception to the rule for fashionistas. However, the classically strict Black Tie dress code is not the only possible option, because there are its branches, which also fall into the trend. In some ways intersecting with Cocktail, BT directions give fashionistas even more opportunities to look stylish at the most serious and responsible event. Therefore, let's consider these branches and determine what variations of the "black tie" can give to a modern woman.
What does Black Tie Invited 2012 look like?
The very name of the direction — "tie"welcome" - already tells us about a certain degree of freedom of look’a. The central element, as in the classic case, is also an evening dress, but in the situation with Black Tie Invited you can safely choose a model designed in the Cocktail style. Deep neckline, open shoulders, length just below the knees - all this may well include this version of the dress code. Moreover, in the case of BT Invited even suits are welcome, especially if they consist of a jacket and a skirt (but trousers are also acceptable). The main thing is the high style of look’a: this direction allows a certain departure from official standards, but not to the detriment of the elegance of the female image.
Black Tie Optional: Trends in 2012
Again, this direction is not called in vain"Tie optional": even more casual than Invited. This dress code tells us that even a short cocktail dress may not be the boldest deviation from strict standards. Black Tie Optional suggests focusing on the elegance of the outfit, rather than on specific wardrobe items. Dressing according to its rules, a girl can choose either a trouser suit or a simple combination of a skirt and blouse - the main thing is that her image is emphasized elegant. But this more relaxed trend also tells us about the need for restrained colors: it is worth giving preference to things made in gray or beige tones. The classic black and white dress code will also remain relevant: both trouser and skirt suits made in this trend promise to be in favor at receptions, corporate parties and presentations in the spring-summer season of 2012.
What will please us with Creative Black Tie?
This is the style with the richest combinations,the components of which can be both Cocktail and Business directions. Creative Black Tie has one main rule - even to the official look’ there should be a creative approach. So, girls, do not hesitate to combine and create outfits - this dress code allows it. The main thing is that the combinations are not too bright and contrasting - the top and bottom should be in harmony with each other. Let's dwell on the color in more detail: as in the case of other Black Tie directions, design houses recommend choosing things made in unobtrusive and pleasing to the eye beige, sand, gray tones. Also, the classic black and white dress code does not go unnoticed - when it comes to the official style, you can be sure of the relevance of this trend. Creativity in this case is manifested in the style: a bolder cut, the presence of frills or decorative elements, for example, of the same colors, are allowed. With Black Tie Creative you can constantly update your image and even create new looks based on old ones, while remaining impeccably fashionable and stylish. Of all the trends, this dress code is the most practical, which is why in the spring-summer season of 2012 it will be preferred by women with refined taste.
How to avoid mistakes when creating an officially formal image?
If you want your evening look to follow all the Black Tie rules, pay attention to the following points:
- The items of the wardrobe must be aged -maximum 3 colors in the gamut, no excessive brightness and controversial combinations. Black and white dress code is not for nothing considered a classic - for a serious event it is optimal. Red, blue, lemon yellow, purple, light green color should be left for the party.
- Black Tie provides for simplicity of lines and forms -even in the case of the most free Creative, you should avoid multi-layered outfits and too complex cut. Minimalism should also be in accessories: when you are going to an official event, you should give preference to the elegance of the outfit, rather than the glitter of adornments - all design houses agree on this.
- In the higher circles of BT, the dress code is always associatedwith impeccability. Therefore, dressing according to all his rules, any woman should give preference to that dress, costume or dressing, in which she can feel 100% confident. Going to an official event, you do not need to radically change your image and try something completely new - Black Tie does not tolerate experiments.
Take into account all of the abovefeatures of the dress code considered, focus on these 3 rules, and then you will be able to create a truly impeccable look that will be admired at any official event.
