a line long sleeve dress A-Line Mini in Black - 10 / Regular finishing the look with quiet precision Gorgeous Green Square Long-Sleeve A-Line

So when the dress code calls for black tie optional, feel free to go all out, bridal stylist Anny Choi tells Vogue

Pocket square A white silk or linen pocket square adds a touch of class to the ensemble

Dark Oxblood or Dark Brown Leather Shoes are Acceptable If you do have a pair of oxfords in a very deep brown or oxblood color, and theyve been polished to a mirror shine, you could probably get away with wearing them, but black is safest

Suede Chelsea boots in tan or camel work brilliantly for smart-casual settings

"The dress has been enormously instructive for science, the scientific understanding of how color works," he told USA TODAY

A luxe top paired with a formal skirt creates black tie optional appropriate looks while offering more styling combinations