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Matt Winkelmeyer/The Hollywood Reporter/Getty Images Leighton Meester, in a Miu Miu strapless column gown, alongside husband Adam Brody, whose suit featured a gray blazer

The dressing, chicken, and croutons can all be made ahead of time and stored separately

No matter the occasion, theres no better style to default to than one of the best black dresses

Ideally, you would have your dress at least a week before prom to make sure that it fits and you're comfortable in it

For those who value versatility, a pull dress can be styled up or downa quick change of footwear or a light jacket takes you from a sun-soaked afternoon to a breezy evening gathering