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Perfect for a flirty first date or girls' night out, sipping cosmos and dancing 'til dawn

Nothing poses a getting-ready quandary quite like black tie optional. Its vague and can result in guests wearing a hodgepodge of looks that are all over the map when it comes to levels of formality, Alexandra Macon, Vogue contributing editor and co-founder of wedding e-commerce site Over the Moon says

If you're going to be dancing or on your feet for hours, a block heel or kitten heel is more comfortable than a stiletto without losing the dressed-up feel

A dressy midi, an elegant dark cocktail dress or refined evening separates are all correct here

The skirt fastens in the back with a metal YKK zipper

I bought the ecru and Im going back for the black only because clean white and black denim is actually really hard to find vintage and the fit and fabric on these are as close to the original as it gets