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Is early October too early to wear black velvet pants to the theatre (NYC)?

Is early October too early to wear black velvet pants to the theatre (NYC)?

The Answer: // Black velvet pants will be fabulous for theatre going…

What can I wear to the Ballet?

I am going to attend a ballet concert with my boyfriend, and I don't know what to wear. I've never been to the ballet so I really don't know what the apparel should be. My boyfriend is going to wear gray slacks and a blue dress shirt. What can I wear??

The Answer: // The ballet is special. Since your boyfriend is wearing…

What color tie should my son wear to homecomming, black or fuchsia?

My son's homecoming date is wearing a black and white dress with a hint of fuchsia flowers in the skirt...the top half of her dress is all black with a black bow around her waist...My question is what color of tie should he wear... a solid fuchsia tie or a solid black tie...with his white shirt, black slacks, black shoes.....Thanks!

The Answer: // Both colors, black and fuchsia, will go with his…

Should I go bare legged or wear tights with a short, sparkly, black, crinoline, dress & heels?

I am a 15 year old wearing a short, sparkly, black, strapless, crinoline dress for homecoming with high (5 inch stiletto) heels, not pumps, cut work, higher up the foot shoe. My mom and I think it looks more feminine and pretty with black opaque tights, but the boutique where we purchased it think bare legs would be better. How do you weigh in on this?

The Answer: // Black tights are "in style" and feminine with a…

What kind of shoes would look best with an orange sequin dress?

My homecoming dress is an orange sequin dress and I was wondering what kind of shoes would look best with it? I was thinking strapped nude shoes but I'm not sure Help please!!!

The Answer: // Your homecoming dress sounds fabulous. An orange sequin dress…

What shoes/accessories would look good with a charcoal homecoming dress?

What shoes/accessories would look good with a charcoal homecoming dress?

The Answer: // Silver or silver glitter shoes and a silver bag…

Can I wear a black turtleneck & black pants to my 40th high school reunion?

I am 58 year "young" woman with a petite frame (5'1 1/2" and 115 lbs) who loves fashion. My 40th high school reunion is coming up and I would love to look fabulous. I have blonde hair with a pixie style haircut, green eyes, and a fair complexion. I would be so appreciative for your advice. I love black and have thought of wearing a black turtleneck with black full leg pants with pearl earrings or a double string of pearls and no earrings. I also love warm colors. Again, thank you so very much for your help.

The Answer: // Your idea for wearing a black turtleneck and black…

Can I wear a black & white skirt, black blouse & jacket to my class reunion?

I am going to my 50+ class reunion in Sept. Would a black and white flowered A line skirt and jacket with three quarter length sleeves, and a black sleeveless blouse be something I can wear? I would also wear either black patent leather shoes or a strapy black medium heel shoe. This is very important for me to look my best. Any other suggestions?

The Answer: // Your black and white flowered skirt, sleeveless blouse and…

What should I wear to a play on a Sunday night at a very nice theatre?

What should I wear to a Mary Poppins play on a Sunday night at a very nice theatre?

The Answer: // A skirt, a pair of cotton pants (straight leg…

What should a 55 year old wear to a Sade concert in Las Vegas?

I am going to a Sade concert in Las Vegas...What would be appropriate? Thought about the simple little black dress hmmm?? I am a young 55.

The Answer: // You can never go wrong wearing a Little Black…

Should I wear stockings to a Sade Concert?

Should I wear stockings to a Sade Concert? I am wearing closed toe shoes and a black dress off the shoulder, one side ruffled.

The Answer: // How lucky to be going to a Sade Concert.…

What can my husband wear to the symphony? (I’m wearing a maxi dress.)

We're going to the symphony but they will be doing music of Queen. I have an outfit picked out (black with a bit of bold print maxi dress), but now we're wondering what would be right for my husband. Any ideas?

The Answer: // Folks wear all types of outfits to symphony performances…

Is a pink pants suit out of style?

I have a beautiful pink pant suit and am attending a 55th year High School Reunion. It has ta hip length jacket, and I feel very comfortable in it My only question is it in fashion? Thank you

The Answer: // If your pant suit fits you perfectly, is flattering…

What will look “cool” but also keep me cool at a Rock Concert in Miami in late June?

I am going to a rock concert in Miami in late June. It will be very hot. What will look "cool" but also keep me cool?

The Answer: // Sounds like a lot of fun. My choice would…

What should I wear to a world premiere of a movie and the opening night party afterward?

I live in London and am going to the world premiere of movie Delhi Belly at the London Indian Film Festival. I wanted to ask if it would be a good idea to wear a black dress or a good pair of jeans and nice top to go with. I am also going to the opening night party after the movie. I am just an regular person who like watching Hindi movies. Thank you.

The Answer: // Sounds like great fun! Get dressed up since a…
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