Whether it's a black tie event or a smart dinner, dressing the part is key to having a great night out – but there's no need to panic about how to tackle a formal dress code. Firstly ...

Black-tie invites might ... this is the most formal dress code they will ever encounter”. The advice for female guests is ...

The dreaded black tie optional doesn't have to be so anxiety inducing. Instead, take it as a suggestion that the event is not as formal and many varieties of dress should be acceptable. Ladies: For ...