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Inspiration for this costume: The dress is heavily encrusted with beading, rhinestones, and painted metal tear-drops which resemble snake-scales

Pick a midi or mini button-down dress in a lightweight fabric like chambray or cotton poplin

This guide has adorable chiffon mini dresses, the most flattering wrap midi dresses, silky slip dresses and so much more

The fitted bodice with a sweetheart neckline accentuates the bust, while the delicate spaghetti straps can be tied to your liking, offering both support and a customizable fit

Keep accessories minimal with small silver hoops and a simple black clutch

"The biggest difference between black-tie and black-tie-optional attire is simply choice," says Jason Jackson, president and COO of Generation Tux