baby blue silk dress Shimma Satin Mini - US 16 64 cm HIPS 33 Baby Blue Prom Dresses Long

I bought and wore this dress in LA when I was visiting family, and it was perfect for a long brunch

Black tie doesnt necessarily require a long dress, of course, if youre going short, be sure it makes a fashion statement and isnt something you might wear to a cocktail party or a club

Owning a summer suit is paramount if you work in a suit-and-tie industry like me

I topped it with a black and pink jacket, changed to pearl earrings and a crystal brooch

The Marine Corps began testing versions of the unisex-style dress blues coat, which features a high Mandarin collar like the men's version, at ceremonial events in 2013