Shapes and colors may vary, from long, oval shades with a pastel tint to wire-framed square sunnies that are perched on the tip of your nose
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As Simon Cundey, the director of Henry Poole & Co, tells GQ : Traditionally, the dinner jacket was in silk but wool barathea is the order of today. Velvet jackets are a solid option too, especially for winter events
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 Elizabeth Taylor, January 1950 Getty Images The full skirt and tight bustier of Elizabeth Taylor's dress was the epitome of style in the 1950s, but rather than follow the bright print and pattern trend of the time, the young starlet opted for a simple black fabric
embellished flats or sharp lace-up oxfords could be appropriate options, too. Emily Post Institute offers a similar definition: A black tie optional dress code gives guests a couple of formal options to choose from