ankle length dress B233065 Chic Soft Crepe Gown with Straight Across Neckline and Bold Straps Slip Dress Ankle Length by

Elegant Dress Ideas Women will likely be in floor length dresses at a black tie optional wedding or event, but you can expect guests in formal cocktail dresses (think chic dinner party, not party dress) too

This girly-girl is princess perfection at the 2011 Nashville Symphony Ball in an ethereal Reem Acra strapless confection

A delicate and sheer lace dress may be more suitable for a bohemian or beach wedding

All of the dresses I shared in this post are from Lulus because I find them to be the most affordable (for the most part), the dresses come in a variety of different colors and prints, and Lulus is really good about re-stocking sizes

Lastly, be sure to check out my complete guide to the Target x Christopher John Rogers collection and also Target x Rixo

(approx measured from size O/S)