Black tie optional attire … that’s exactly how I feel when I get a wedding/event invitation with this dress code. I first go blank, then a slide show of my dresses pops in my head, then I figure out what time of day, location and season the wedding/event is at and then I decide what to wear.

Black tie optional attire for girls can go from elegant short, knee-high or long dresses. The material, accessories, shape of the dress, color and so much more come into play when deciding what’s appropriate.

This time I picked my BCBG Snejana one-shoulder evening gown. I’ve been saving it for a while! My Jimmy Choo Lance sandals were an obvious choice. They’re awesome, comfortable, I can actually dance all night long with my Choos and I’m fine. As far as accessories: Michael Kors watch, Stella & Dot renegade bracelet, Forever21 earrings (recent), vintage clutch and Max Azria heels.